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

The cheapest way to get from Wells to Penzance is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wells to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Wells and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Wells station to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wells and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Wells to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Wells to Penzance?

The distance between Wells and Penzance is 202 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wells to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Wells to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wells to Penzance bus from?

Wells to Penzance bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wells to Penzance train from?

Wells to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Wells to Penzance?

The best way to get from Wells to Penzance is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Wells to Penzance bus arrive?

Wells to Penzance bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Wells to Penzance train arrive?

Wells to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Wells to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Wells to Penzance is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Wells to Penzance.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wells to Penzance?

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Wells to Penzance - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Wells to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 59m
£136–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
8h 9m
£33–53
Drive 164.5 mi
1. Drive from Wells to Penzancecar 164.5 mi
3h 17m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 374
2. Take the train from Taunton to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
7h 42m
£70–126

Wells to Penzance by bus

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a vehicle from Wells to Penzance via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 8h 9m.

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