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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Cornwall is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Luxulyan via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Wales to Cornwall?

The distance between Wales and Cornwall is 204 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Cornwall without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 58m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Wales to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Cornwall train from?

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

Where does the Wales to Cornwall train arrive?

Wales to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Wales to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Cornwall is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Wales to Cornwall.

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

Book your Wales to Cornwall train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3580+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Wales to Cornwall - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
5h 58m
£86–174
Drive 171.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cornwallcar 171.6 mi
3h 15m
£43–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wrexham General to Crewetrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
4h 40m
£140–279
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h
£89–161

Wales to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Wales and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Luxulyan via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 5h 58m.

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