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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Cornwall is to bus which costs £60 - £150 and takes 16h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Cornwall is to fly and bus which takes 5h 52m and costs £65 - £210.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Luxulyan via Warrington Bank Quay, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

How far is it from Scotland to Cornwall?

The distance between Scotland and Cornwall is 420 miles. The road distance is 508 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Cornwall without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 11h 57m and costs £230 - £370.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Scotland to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cornwall bus from?

Scotland to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cornwall train from?

Scotland to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Scotland to Cornwall is to train via Warrington which takes 11h 57m and costs £230 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 16h 1m.

Where does the Scotland to Cornwall bus arrive?

Scotland to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Scotland to Cornwall train arrive?

Scotland to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Cornwall is 508 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Scotland to Cornwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

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Scotland to Cornwall - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Roundabout via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 1m.

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There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Cornwall by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Community Hospitalbus
6h 5m
£62–228
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
16h 1m
£60–141
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain
4. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
11h 57m
£231–363
Drive 505 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cornwallcar 505 mi
8h 31m
£125–180
Fly Glasgow Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, bus
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane GLA - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Community Hospitalbus
5h 52m
£68–204
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
8h
£132–366
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
8h 3m
£105–250
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
8h 22m
£112–264
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
8h 33m
£118–293
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Plymouthtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
12h 21m
£336–471
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
14h 6m
£231–414

Scotland to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 417.4 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Scotland and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Luxulyan via Warrington Bank Quay, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Par in around 11h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Roundabout via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 16h 1m.

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