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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cornwall is to bus which costs £29 - £120 and takes 9h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Cornwall?

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

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Luxulyan via Bristol Parkway, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Swansea to Cornwall?

The distance between Swansea and Cornwall is 251 miles. The road distance is 209.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Swansea to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cornwall bus from?

Swansea to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Swansea to Cornwall is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £120 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Swansea to Cornwall bus arrive?

Swansea to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Cornwall train arrive?

Swansea to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Cornwall is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Swansea to Cornwall.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Cornwall?

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 4274+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
7h 11m
£122–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
9h 36m
£30–118
Drive 208.1 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Cornwallcar 208.1 mi
3h 50m
£51–74
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
7h 58m
£106–201
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
9h 29m
£94–169

Swansea to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Luxulyan via Bristol Parkway, Plymouth, and Par in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Roundabout via Bristol Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 36m.

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