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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penzance is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Penzance?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Penzance. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Penzance?

The distance between Cardiff and Penzance is 245 miles. The road distance is 213.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £120 - £240.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Penzance takes 5h 42m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Penzance?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penzance is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Penzance is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Penzance.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Penzance?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Penzancetrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 42m
£120–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
8h 20m
£32–48
Drive 212.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Penzancecar 212.3 mi
3h 57m
£52–75
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 Penzancetrain
5h 43m
£122–318

Cardiff to Penzance by train

5Weekly Trains

5h 42mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Penzance 5 times a week. Tickets cost £120–240 and the journey takes 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station in around 8h 20m.

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