What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Cornwall?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Cornwall is to bus and line 26 bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Cornwall?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Cornwall is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Roundabout via The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Luxulyan via Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Cornwall?

The distance between Plymouth and Cornwall is 38 miles. The road distance is 34.7 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to Cornwall without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £15 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to Cornwall?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Plymouth to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Cornwall bus from?

Plymouth to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Cornwall train from?

Plymouth to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Cornwall is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 26 bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Plymouth to Cornwall bus arrive?

Plymouth to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Plymouth to Cornwall train arrive?

Plymouth to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Par station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Cornwall is 35 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Plymouth to Cornwall.

How do I get a train ticket from Plymouth to Cornwall?

Book your Plymouth to Cornwall train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 4153+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Plymouth to Cornwall - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 26 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Cornwall by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
2h 1m
£15–28
Bus, line 26 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Shire House Mount Folly to Roundaboutbus 26
2h 18m
£8–11
Drive 34.5 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Cornwallcar 34.5 mi
54 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plymouth to Cornwalltaxi 34.5 mi
54 min
£150–190
Train, line 26 bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Roundaboutbus 26
2h 10m
£14–23

Plymouth to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 38.1 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Plymouth, England and Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Par hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 50 min. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Roundabout via Dennison Road Car Park and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 2h 18m.

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