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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Cornwall is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and arriving at Roundabout via Arle Court Transport Hub and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Luxulyan via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Cornwall?

The distance between Gloucester and Cornwall is 236 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £120 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Gloucester to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Cornwall bus from?

Gloucester to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Cornwall is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £120 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Gloucester to Cornwall bus arrive?

Gloucester to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Gloucester to Cornwall train arrive?

Gloucester to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Cornwall is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Gloucester to Cornwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3401+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Gloucester to Cornwall - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gloucester to Cornwall 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 Gloucester to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Penzance
5h 52m
£120–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104
8h 53m
£39–95
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Cornwallcar 171.2 mi
3h 8m
£43–62
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
5h 53m
£88–174

Gloucester to Cornwall by train and bus

2Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.4 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Gloucester to Bodmin Parkway twice a week. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Dennison Road Car Park once daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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