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

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Penzance is to bus via Taunton which costs £21 - £40 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Penzance Bus Station via Bus Station and Taunton BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Penzance?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Penzance is 198 miles. The road distance is 170.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Shepton Mallet to Penzance, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Penzance?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Penzance is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Taunton, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Penzance is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2598+ hotels available in Penzance.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Penzance 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 Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 59m
£79–149
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 Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
8h 10m
£21–36
Drive 169.8 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Penzancecar 169.8 mi
3h 9m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
9h 15m
£34–97

Shepton Mallet to Penzance by bus and train

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.1 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Beech House to Penzance via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Ostry to Penzance Bus Station via Bus Station, Ilminster Road Busway, and Taunton BP Garage in around 8h 10m.

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