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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cornwall is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Roundabout via Heathrow Central Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts) and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Southampton to Cornwall?

The distance between Southampton and Cornwall is 217 miles. The road distance is 173.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Southampton to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cornwall bus from?

Southampton to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cornwall train from?

Southampton to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Southampton to Cornwall is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Southampton to Cornwall bus arrive?

Southampton to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Cornwall train arrive?

Southampton to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Cornwall is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Southampton to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Partrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 4m
£93–186
Drive 172.7 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Cornwallcar 172.7 mi
3h 26m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
9h 36m
£61–143
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 58m
£83–181

Southampton to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts) and Par in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Roundabout via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 36m.

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