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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Penzance is to bus via Taunton which costs £26 - £45 and takes 10h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Penzance Bus Station via May Lane Bus Station, Rock Street, Cabot Circus and Taunton BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Penzance via Gloucester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Stroud to Penzance?

The distance between Stroud and Penzance is 258 miles. The road distance is 209.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Stroud to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Penzance bus from?

Stroud to Penzance bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Penzance train from?

Stroud to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Penzance?

The best way to get from Stroud to Penzance is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Taunton, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 10h 44m.

Where does the Stroud to Penzance bus arrive?

Stroud to Penzance bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stroud to Penzance train arrive?

Stroud to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Penzance is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Stroud to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Stroud to Penzance?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Penzancetrain Gloucester - Penzance / ...
5h 49m
£115–179
Bus via Taunton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
10h 44m
£27–45
Drive 208.6 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Penzancecar 208.6 mi
3h 49m
£52–75
Train via Swindon
1. Take the train from Swindon to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance
6h 9m
£111–209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Bus Stationbus 104
11h 7m
£44–126

Stroud to Penzance by train

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Gloucester to Penzance twice a week. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Penzance Bus Station via Sainsbury's, May Lane Bus Station, Rock Street, Cabot Circus, and Taunton BP Garage in around 10h 44m.

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