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

The cheapest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between St Ives (Cornwall) and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Harbour Hotel and arriving at Westgate Street via Viaduct and Lloyds Bank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston?

The distance between St Ives (Cornwall) and Launceston is 81 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston without a car is to train and line 78 bus which takes 4h and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1310+ hotels available in Launceston.

St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 78 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 78 bus
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Liskeardtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
4h
£28–51
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 20m
£15–22
Drive 66.4 mi
1. Drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Launcestoncar 66.4 mi
1h 10m
£17–24
Train, line 177 bus
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 / ...
4h 17m
£27–45

St Ives (Cornwall) to Launceston by train and bus

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Hotel to Westgate Street via Viaduct and Lloyds Bank in around 5h 20m.

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