Can you do a day trip to Cornwall from London?


Can you do a day trip to Cornwall from London? Yes! it is possible to take some of our fantastic tours in a day, even from London or other cities like Bristol.


Can you travel around Cornwall by bus?

As well as a good train service, there is also an excellent bus service connecting rural areas of Cornwall. From the main bus station in Truro, you can reach almost every part of Cornwall. Find out all the bus times here on the Transport for Cornwall website.


Where to visit between London and Cornwall?

The Stops To Make On A Road Trip From London To Cornwall This Summer
  • The Three Horseshoes, Batcombe, Somerset. ...
  • Glebe House, Southleigh Devon. ...
  • Hotel Endsleigh, Tavistock, Devon. ...
  • Coombeshead, Lewanick, Cornwall. ...
  • Trevibban Mill vineyard, near Padstow, Cornwall. ...
  • Idle Rocks, St Mawes, Cornwall. ...
  • Holm, South Petherton, Somerset.


Is it worth going to Cornwall?

Filled with secret beaches, plenty of ancient fishing villages, and oodles of history, it's always worth a visit on any British adventure. After all, there's a reason that many national and international visitors choose to make this there go-to holiday destination year-in, year-out.


Does Cornwall need tourism?

“We need to recognise that the South West has a considerable reliance on the tourism industry, and in order to continue calling the area home, at least for a few weeks a year, we need to welcome the crowds,” he said, adding that inflation has put a strain on wages and expenses in 2023, making it hard to keep room ...


Can I visit Cornwall from London?

It takes less than five hours to get from London to the heart of Cornwall by either train or car. Drive along the M4 motorway from London, or M6 from Manchester, and then the M5 to Exeter and finally either the A30, that is mostly dual carriageway, or the A38 passing Plymouth and Saltash into South East Cornwall.


Do I need a passport to travel from London to Cornwall?

You do not require a passport to travel within the UK, but you will need to carry one type of photographic ID when travelling with us. Examples include: Valid passport. Valid driving licence, either provisional or full.


How long is the train journey from London to Cornwall?

The train from London to St Ives in Cornwall usually takes 9 hours and 38 minutes, but can take just 5 hours and 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll need to make one change along the way during your journey, travelling with either CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Southern.


Can you enjoy Cornwall without a car?

Open top coaster services. Cornwall's open top coaster services run in several coastal areas, linking popular towns, beaches and attractions across the county, allowing visitors get around the country without the need of a car and soak up the scenery as they go.


How many days is enough for Cornwall?

We'd recommend visiting Cornwall for at least three days, such as over a long weekend. However, a better amount of time would be around a week which would give you more time to see more of Cornwall's highlights.