Region, United Kingdom
Getting around Cornwall
How to get around Cornwall
Trains run along the main line to Penzance and branch lines to St Ives and Falmouth; buses link towns but thin out by evening. A car makes remote coves easy.
Ways to get around Cornwall
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bus (Transport for Cornwall) | Most single fares up to £3 | Contactless on most services; fewer evening buses |
| Train (GWR) | About £3–15 on branch lines | St Ives Bay line is scenic; Night Riviera sleeper from London |
| Taxi | About £10–20 for short hops | Book ahead off-season; few ride apps |
Taxis in Cornwall
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Uber and Bolt service is spotty outside Newquay and Truro; use local taxi firms and book ahead.
Arriving in Cornwall
Newquay Cornwall (NQY)
Flights from London and regional cities; bus 56 to Newquay about £3–5, 15 min; taxi to Newquay about £15–20.
Exeter (EXT)
Train from Exeter St Davids to Penzance, about 3 h; or rent a car for coast access.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the left. Visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence for 12 months; carry an IDP if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in United Kingdom: Trains link most cities quickly but walk-up fares are high; book Advance tickets or buy a Railcard. Coaches are cheaper and slower; the Highlands suit a car or tour.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Cornwall?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Uber and Bolt service is spotty outside Newquay and Truro; use local taxi firms and book ahead.
What's the best way to get around Cornwall?
Trains run along the main line to Penzance and branch lines to St Ives and Falmouth; buses link towns but thin out by evening. A car makes remote coves easy.
How do I get from the airport to Cornwall?
Flights from London and regional cities; bus 56 to Newquay about £3–5, 15 min; taxi to Newquay about £15–20.
Is Cornwall walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- National Rail Enquiries
- Railcards
- National Express coaches
- Visit Cornwall
- Great Western Railway
- Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
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