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How to get from Christchurch to Cornwall by bus and train?

From Christchurch to Cornwall by bus and train

To get from Christchurch to Cornwall in South West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 1A bus from Sainsbury, Somerford station to Lansdowne station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CROSSCOUNTRY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Reading station to Saltash station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 44 min.

344min
Bus - 1A1A
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Cornwall
Leaves from Sainsbury, Somerford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Christchurch
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Bournemouth
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lansdowne
    ID boudmpt
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bournemouth
    830 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    ID RDG
    86 min
  • 7
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Saltash
    175 min
  • 9
    Walk to Cornwall
    Walk to
    Cornwall
    270 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Christchurch to Cornwall

The distance between Christchurch, South West and Cornwall, South West is approximately 275.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 344 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Christchurch to Cornwall by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Christchurch

Christchurch is located at Christchurch, South West and the nearest public transport station is Sainsbury, Somerford.

Bus stations close to Christchurch:

  • Sainsbury, Somerford
  • Meteor Shopping Park, Somerford
  • Trade Park, Somerford

Public transport stations close to Cornwall, South West

Cornwall is located at Cornwall, South West and the nearest public transport station is Fore Street Bottom, Saltash.

Train stations close to Cornwall:

  • Saltash
  • St Budeaux Victoria Road
  • St Budeaux Ferry Road

Bus stations close to Cornwall:

  • Fore Street Bottom, Saltash
  • North Road, Saltash
  • Slip Road, Saltash

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Cornwall?

    The fastest way takes 344 minutes, using Bus line 1A, Bus line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Christchurch and Cornwall in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Christchurch to Cornwall in South West?

    The 1A bus line goes from Bournemouth station near Christchurch to Lansdowne station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Lansdowne station near Cornwall in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Christchurch to Cornwall in South West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Christchurch and Cornwall in South West by bus and train is about 5 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Christchurch to get to Cornwall in South West?

    Get on the 1A bus from the Bournemouth stop near Christchurch in South West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Christchurch and Cornwall in South West?

    Get off the bus at the Lansdowne station, which is closest to Cornwall in South West.

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