What is the cheapest way to get from Penzance to Frome?

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Frome is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penzance to Frome?

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Frome is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Frome?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Frome. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Memorial Theatre Complex via Plymouth Coach Station, Airport Tavern and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Frome?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Frome. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Frome via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Penzance to Frome?

The distance between Penzance and Frome is 203 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

How do I travel from Penzance to Frome without a car?

The best way to get from Penzance to Frome without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Penzance to Frome?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Penzance to Frome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Frome bus from?

Penzance to Frome bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Frome train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Frome?

The best way to get from Penzance to Frome is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Penzance to Frome bus arrive?

Penzance to Frome bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Penzance to Frome train arrive?

Penzance to Frome train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Frome?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Frome is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Penzance to Frome.

How do I get a train ticket from Penzance to Frome?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Penzance to Frome?

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Penzance to Frome - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Penzance to Frome by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Castle Carytrain Penzance - London Paddington
4h 46m
£91–172
Drive 179.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penzance to Fromecar 179.5 mi
3h 22m
£45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Airport Tavernbus Fal
8h 37m
£52–86
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Penzance to Plymouthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Frometrain Plymouth - London Paddington
5h 3m
£91–176
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Penzance to Bristol Parkwaytrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
7h 7m
£118–173

Penzance to Frome by train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 202.1 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Frome, Somerset, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Castle Cary 4 times a week. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Memorial Theatre Complex via Plymouth Coach Station, Airport Tavern, and Bus Station in around 8h 37m.

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