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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Cornwall is to bus via Bristol which costs £22 - £50 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Cornwall is to fly and bus which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Roundabout via Cabot Circus, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Manchester to Cornwall?

The distance between Manchester and Cornwall is 269 miles. The road distance is 303.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 7h 59m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Manchester to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Cornwall bus from?

Manchester to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Manchester to Cornwall is to train which takes 7h 59m and costs £60 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Manchester to Cornwall bus arrive?

Manchester to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Cornwall is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Manchester to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3218+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Manchester to Cornwall - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Cornwall by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Community Hospitalbus
3. Take the bus from Community Hospital to Roundaboutbus
4h 44m
£57–234
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
3. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
10h 29m
£23–49
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
7h 59m
£62–262
Drive 301.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Cornwallcar 301.6 mi
5h 23m
£73–105
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
6h 23m
£87–295
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
9h 39m
£151–296
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 106 / ...
11h 24m
£27–71

Manchester to Cornwall by train and bus

98Weekly Services

7h 59mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.2 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Roundabout via Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 7h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Roundabout via Bristol Bus Station, Cabot Circus, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 10h 29m.

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