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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Cornwall is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 11h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Cornwall is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Luxulyan via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from Kent to Cornwall?

The distance between Kent and Cornwall is 311 miles. The road distance is 281.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Cornwall without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 9h 26m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 9h 26m to get from Kent to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Cornwall bus from?

Kent to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Cornwall train from?

Kent to Cornwall train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Kent to Cornwall is to train via Exeter which takes 9h 26m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Kent to Cornwall bus arrive?

Kent to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where does the Kent to Cornwall train arrive?

Kent to Cornwall train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Cornwall is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Kent to Cornwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3279+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Kent to Cornwall - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Kent and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Roundabout via King Street, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Cornwall by train, bus, or car

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
9h 26m
£49–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Boomtown Fair Matterley Estatebus B23
2. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Stationbus B20
3. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
11h 33m
£54–77
Drive 279.4 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Cornwallcar 279.4 mi
4h 51m
£68–98
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Partrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 28m
£103–246
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
10h 28m
£96–202

Kent to Cornwall by train and bus

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9h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 309.6 mi
Duration: 9h 26m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Roundabout via London Victoria, Victoria Station, Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd, London Waterloo, Exeter St Davids, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 9h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Roundabout via King Street, Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 11h 33m.

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