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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Cornwall is to bus via Bristol which costs £40 - £100 and takes 16h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Cornwall is to fly and train which takes 6h 10m and costs £65 - £360.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Roundabout via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Luxulyan via Warrington Bank Quay, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Scotland to Cornwall?

The distance between Scotland and Cornwall is 417 miles. The road distance is 508 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Cornwall without a car is to train via Warrington which takes 11h 50m and costs £80 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Scotland to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cornwall bus from?

Scotland to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Cornwall train from?

Scotland to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Scotland to Cornwall is to train via Warrington which takes 11h 50m and costs £80 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 16h 17m.

Where does the Scotland to Cornwall bus arrive?

Scotland to Cornwall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Scotland to Cornwall train arrive?

Scotland to Cornwall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Cornwall is 508 miles. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Scotland to Cornwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3285+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Scotland to Cornwall - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Scotland to Cornwall by plane, 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.

Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the train from Quintrell Downs to Luxulyantrain
6h 25m
£68–358
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
4. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
16h 17m
£40–99
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain
4. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
11h 50m
£80–400
Drive 505 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cornwallcar 505 mi
8h 31m
£124–178
Fly Glasgow Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane GLA - NQY
2. Take the train from Quintrell Downs to Luxulyantrain
6h 10m
£69–354
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
7h 57m
£106–364
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
7h 59m
£50–185
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
8h 20m
£54–194
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
8h 30m
£58–275
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Plymouthtrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
12h 22m
£320–620
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 106 / ...
16h 41m
£55–96

Scotland to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 414.7 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Scotland and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Luxulyan via Warrington Bank Quay, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Par in around 11h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Roundabout via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 16h 17m.

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