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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Cornwall is to bus via Bristol which costs £26 - £45 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Cornwall is to fly and train which takes 4h 32m and costs £65 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at El Joyita via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Dennison Road Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Luxulyan via Reading and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Cornwall?

The distance between Gatwick and Cornwall is 284 miles. The road distance is 240.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Cornwall without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Gatwick to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Cornwall bus from?

Gatwick to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Cornwall is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £250 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Gatwick to Cornwall bus arrive?

Gatwick to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Gatwick to Cornwall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Cornwall is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Gatwick to Cornwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

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There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick to Cornwall by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
9h 20m
£46–120
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
10h 40m
£27–41
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Partrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 30m
£125–249
Drive 238.8 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Cornwallcar 238.8 mi
4h 35m
£59–85
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
7h 14m
£127–271
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LGW - NQY
2. Take the train from Quintrell Downs to Bugletrain
4h 32m
£69–211
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
8h 27m
£153–353

Gatwick to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 282.2 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to El Joyita via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Dennison Road Car Park in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Luxulyan via Reading and Par in around 9h 30m.

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