What is the cheapest way to get from Somerset to Penzance?

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Penzance is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Somerset to Penzance?

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Penzance is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Huntworth Lane M5 and arriving at Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Penzance via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Somerset to Penzance?

The distance between Somerset and Penzance is 170 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

How do I travel from Somerset to Penzance without a car?

The best way to get from Somerset to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Somerset to Penzance?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Somerset to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Penzance bus from?

Somerset to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Penzance train from?

Somerset to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Penzance?

The best way to get from Somerset to Penzance is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Somerset to Penzance bus arrive?

Somerset to Penzance bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Somerset to Penzance train arrive?

Somerset to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Penzance is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Somerset to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2673+ hotels available in Penzance.

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There are 3 ways to get from Somerset to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
5h 50m
£70–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
7h 3m
£17–51
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Penzancecar 144.7 mi
2h 47m
£36–51

Somerset to Penzance by bus and train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Somerset, England and Penzance, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Penzance every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 3m.

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