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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penryn is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penryn is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Penryn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Penryn. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bridge via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Penryn?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Penryn. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Penryn via Truro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Penryn?

The distance between Cardiff and Penryn is 228 miles. The road distance is 199.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penryn without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Cardiff to Penryn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penryn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penryn train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Penryn?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penryn is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Penryn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Penryn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Penryn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Penryn is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Penryn.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Penryn?

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Where can I stay near Penryn?

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Cardiff to Penryn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Penryn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Trurotrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 40m
£121–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
7h 40m
£34–51
Bus via Plymouth
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bridgebus 504
7h 20m
£42–59
Drive 198.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Penryncar 198.2 mi
3h 46m
£49–70
Train via Plymouth
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 Trurotrain
5h 42m
£117–301

Cardiff to Penryn by train

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5h 40mAverage Duration

£121Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Penryn.

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Distance: 226.7 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Truro 5 times a week. Tickets cost £110–210 and the journey takes 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bridge via Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 20m.

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