What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to Cornwall?

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to Cornwall is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to Cornwall?

The fastest way to get from South Wales to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Fernhill station and arriving at Bowling Green Turn via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8, Cardiff North Road, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from South Wales to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Cwmbach and arriving at Luxulyan via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from South Wales to Cornwall?

The distance between South Wales and Cornwall is 225 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Wales to Cornwall without a car?

The best way to get from South Wales to Cornwall without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 16m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from South Wales to Cornwall?

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from South Wales to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Cornwall bus from?

South Wales to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Cornwall train from?

South Wales to Cornwall train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbach station.

Train or bus from South Wales to Cornwall?

The best way to get from South Wales to Cornwall is to train via Bristol which takes 7h 16m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the South Wales to Cornwall bus arrive?

South Wales to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the South Wales to Cornwall train arrive?

South Wales to Cornwall train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from South Wales to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to Cornwall is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from South Wales to Cornwall.

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to Cornwall?

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3485+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Wales to Cornwall by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
4. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
7h 16m
£84–169
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
9h 50m
£38–68
Drive 182.7 mi
1. Drive from South Wales to Cornwallcar 182.7 mi
3h 37m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
7h 47m
£90–164

South Wales to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between South Wales and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Cwmbach to Luxulyan via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 7h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fernhill station to Bowling Green Turn via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 50m.

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