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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Cornwall is to bus via Plymouth which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Cornwall is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Roundabout via Bus Station, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Melksham to Cornwall?

The distance between Melksham and Cornwall is 188 miles. The road distance is 156.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Melksham to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Cornwall bus from?

Melksham to Cornwall bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Melksham to Cornwall is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Melksham to Cornwall bus arrive?

Melksham to Cornwall bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Cornwall is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Melksham to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 2051+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Melksham 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 Bath Spa to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance
5h 38m
£44–72
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
7h 37m
£16–53
Drive 155.7 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Cornwallcar 155.7 mi
3h
£39–56
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 56m
£70–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 106
8h 38m
£34–51

Melksham to Cornwall by bus and train

5Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bath Spa to Bodmin Parkway 5 times a week. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Roundabout via Bus Station, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 7h 37m.

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