What is the cheapest way to get from St Ives to Launceston?

The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Launceston is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Ives to Launceston?

The fastest way to get from St Ives to Launceston is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between St Ives and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from St Ives to Launceston. However, there are services departing from The Terrace and arriving at Westgate Street via Viaduct and Lloyds Bank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from St Ives to Launceston?

The distance between St Ives and Launceston is 78 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

How do I travel from St Ives to Launceston without a car?

The best way to get from St Ives to Launceston without a car is to train and line 177 bus which takes 3h 55m and costs £26 - £45.

How long does it take to get from St Ives to Launceston?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from St Ives to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Launceston bus from?

St Ives to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Viaduct station.

Where does the St Ives to Launceston bus arrive?

St Ives to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lloyds Bank station.

Can I drive from St Ives to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives to Launceston is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from St Ives to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1313+ hotels available in Launceston.

St Ives to Launceston - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 177 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from St Ives to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 177 bus
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Callywith College Car Park to Westgate Streetbus 177 / ...
3h 55m
£27–45
Bus, line 78 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Viaduct to Lloyds Bankbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
5h 23m
£15–22
Train, line 78 bus
1. Take the train from St Erth to Liskeardtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
4h 9m
£29–51
Drive 67.1 mi
1. Drive from St Ives to Launcestoncar 67.1 mi
1h 12m
£17–24
Bus, train, line 78 bus
1. Take the bus from The Terrace to Railway Stationbus 14
2. Take the train from Truro to Liskeardtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
5h 15m
£21–33

St Ives to Launceston by bus

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Distance: 77.3 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between St Ives, Cornwall, England and Launceston, England?

You can take a bus from The Terrace to Westgate Street via Viaduct and Lloyds Bank in around 5h 23m.

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