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

The cheapest way to get from London to Launceston is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Launceston is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between London and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Launceston. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Westgate Street via Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between London and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from London to Launceston. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Okehampton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from London to Launceston?

The distance between London and Launceston is 217 miles. The road distance is 211.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from London to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Launceston bus from?

London to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from London to Launceston?

The best way to get from London to Launceston is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the London to Launceston bus arrive?

London to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the London to Launceston train arrive?

London to Launceston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from London to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Launceston is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from London to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1325+ hotels available in Launceston.

London to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 19m
£87–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
7h 56m
£26–48
Drive 210.6 mi
1. Drive from London to Launcestoncar 210.6 mi
4h 2m
£53–76
Train via London Waterloo Station
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
6h 43m
£70–138

London to Launceston by train and bus

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Westgate Street via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 7h 56m.

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