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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Cornwall is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Roundabout via Heathrow Terminal 5 and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts) and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Cornwall?

The distance between Portsmouth and Cornwall is 242 miles. The road distance is 194.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Portsmouth to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Cornwall bus from?

Portsmouth to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Cornwall is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Cornwall bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Cornwall train arrive?

Portsmouth to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Cornwall is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Portsmouth to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3511+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Partrain Reading - Penzance / ...
7h 1m
£97–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 805
9h 15m
£47–78
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Cornwallcar 193.5 mi
3h 41m
£49–70
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
8h
£84–170

Portsmouth to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 240.6 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts) and Par in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Roundabout via Heathrow Terminal 5, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 15m.

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