What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay is to bus via Taunton which costs £18 - £29 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Newquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Newquay station. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Newquay Bus Station via Bus Station and Taunton BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Newquay via Exeter St Davids and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Newquay?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Newquay is 174 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Newquay without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay?

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Newquay bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Newquay bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Newquay train from?

Shepton Mallet to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Newquay?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Taunton, which costs £18 - £29 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Newquay bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Newquay bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Ilminster Road Busway station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Newquay train arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Newquay is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Newquay.

Where can I stay near Newquay?

There are 3257+ hotels available in Newquay.

Shepton Mallet to Newquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Newquay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 36m
£67–130
Bus via Taunton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Ilminster Road Buswaybus 374
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
6h 47m
£18–29
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Newquaycar 142.4 mi
2h 41m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bus Stationbus G5
7h
£24–43

Shepton Mallet to Newquay by bus and train

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6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.9 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Newquay, England?

You can take a bus from Beech House to Newquay via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Par in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Ostry to Newquay Bus Station via Bus Station, Ilminster Road Busway, and Taunton BP Garage in around 6h 47m.

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