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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cornwall is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Roundabout via Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff 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 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cornwall?

The distance between Cardiff and Cornwall is 203 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Cardiff to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cornwall bus from?

Cardiff to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cornwall is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Cornwall bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Cornwall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cornwall?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3222+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Cardiff to Cornwall - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 28m
£75–93
Train via Bristol
cheapest
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 49m
£29–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
6h 20m
£32–63
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cornwallcar 171.5 mi
3h 15m
£42–60

Cardiff to Cornwall by train and bus

5Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Cornwall.

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkway 5 times a week. Tickets cost £70–90 and the journey takes 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Roundabout via Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 6h 20m.

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