What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to Porthleven?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Porthleven is to bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Porthleven?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Porthleven is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Harbour Bus Shelter via Railway Station and Blue Anchor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Exeter to Porthleven?

The distance between Exeter and Porthleven is 129 miles. The road distance is 106.8 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to Porthleven without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to Porthleven without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to Porthleven?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Exeter to Porthleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Porthleven bus from?

Exeter to Porthleven bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Porthleven?

The best way to get from Exeter to Porthleven is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £29 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Exeter to Porthleven bus arrive?

Exeter to Porthleven bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Porthleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Porthleven is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Exeter to Porthleven.

Where can I stay near Porthleven?

There are 2988+ hotels available in Porthleven.

Exeter to Porthleven - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Porthleven by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
3h 56m
£35–149
Bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
4h 42m
£7–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Railway Stationbus 406 / ...
4h 28m
£15–29
Drive 106.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Porthlevencar 106.2 mi
1h 53m
£26–37

Exeter to Porthleven by train and bus

155Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Porthleven, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Redruth hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Railway Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–25 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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