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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Luxulyan and arriving at Bournemouth via Par and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Bournemouth?

The distance between Cornwall and Bournemouth is 304 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £150 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Cornwall to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Bournemouth train from?

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

Where does the Cornwall to Bournemouth train arrive?

Cornwall to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Bournemouth is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Cornwall to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2443+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Cornwall to Bournemouth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 26 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cornwall to Bournemouth by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 52m
£155–329
Drive 148.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cornwall to Bournemouthcar 148.9 mi
3h
£37–53
Line 26 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Roundabout to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X51 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
6. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
7h 41m

Cornwall to Bournemouth by train

72Weekly Trains

6h 52mAverage Duration

£155Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cornwall to Bournemouth.

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Distance: 301.8 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Cornwall, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Luxulyan to Bournemouth via Par and Reading in around 6h 52m.

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