What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall is to bus via Plymouth which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Roundabout via Bus Station, Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Cornwall is 158 miles. The road distance is 130 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Cornwall bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Cornwall bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Cornwall bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Cornwall bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Cornwall is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3285+ hotels available in Cornwall.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Partrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
5h 26m
£82–153
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
8h 59m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 106
8h 45m
Drive 129.3 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Cornwallcar 129.3 mi
2h 27m
£32–46
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 12m
£75–166

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shepton Mallet to Cornwall.

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Cornwall, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Castle Cary to Par once daily. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Ostry to Roundabout via Bus Station, Bus Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 8h 45m.

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