What is the cheapest way to get from Guildford to Launceston?

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Launceston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guildford to Launceston?

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Launceston is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Okehampton via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Guildford to Launceston?

The distance between Guildford and Launceston is 207 miles. The road distance is 189.2 miles.

How do I travel from Guildford to Launceston without a car?

The best way to get from Guildford to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £85 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Guildford to Launceston?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Guildford to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Launceston bus from?

Guildford to Launceston bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Guildford to Launceston?

The best way to get from Guildford to Launceston is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Guildford to Launceston bus arrive?

Guildford to Launceston bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Launceston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Launceston is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Guildford to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1345+ hotels available in Launceston.

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There are 4 ways to get from Guildford to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 5m
£86–166
Drive 188.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to Launcestoncar 188.1 mi
3h 29m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
9h 26m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Woking to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Stationbus 66
7h 52m
£67–143

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Distance: 206.3 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Guildford, England and Launceston, England?

You can take a train from Guildford to Kensey Valley Meadow via Reading, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Westgate Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 9h 26m.

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