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How to get fromWales to Cornwallby train, bus, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Cornwall by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain train Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
    5h 47m
    £85–148
  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus bus 202 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus bus 805
    6h 59m
    £30–53
  3. Drive  171.5 mi

    1. Drive from Cardiff to Cornwallcar car 171.5 mi
    3h 15m
    £43–62
  4. Train via Bristol

    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain train
    3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain train
    5h 59m
    £78–158

Wales to Cornwall by train

Calendar59Weekly Trains
Duration5h 59mAverage Duration
Ticket£78Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Wales and Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkway 5 times a week. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bowling Green Turn via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 59m.

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