What is the cheapest way to get from Taunton to Porthtowan?

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Porthtowan is to bus which costs £21 - £65 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taunton to Porthtowan?

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Porthtowan is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at Porthtowan Turn via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Truro via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Taunton to Porthtowan?

The distance between Taunton and Porthtowan is 148 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

How do I travel from Taunton to Porthtowan without a car?

The best way to get from Taunton to Porthtowan without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Taunton to Porthtowan?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Taunton to Porthtowan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Porthtowan bus from?

Taunton to Porthtowan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Porthtowan train from?

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

Train or bus from Taunton to Porthtowan?

The best way to get from Taunton to Porthtowan is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £65 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Taunton to Porthtowan bus arrive?

Taunton to Porthtowan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Taunton to Porthtowan train arrive?

Taunton to Porthtowan train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Truro station.

Can I drive from Taunton to Porthtowan?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Porthtowan is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Taunton to Porthtowan.

Where can I stay near Porthtowan?

There are 4124+ hotels available in Porthtowan.

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There are 3 ways to get from Taunton to Porthtowan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Trurotrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
4h 59m
£60–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504
6h 42m
£22–64
Drive 120 mi
1. Drive from Taunton to Porthtowancar 120 mi
2h 19m
£30–43

Taunton to Porthtowan by train and bus

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Taunton, England and Porthtowan, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Truro every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from County Hall to Porthtowan Turn via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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