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How to get from Bristol to Salcombe by bus and train?

From Bristol to Salcombe by bus and train

To get from Bristol to Salcombe in South Hams, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Totnes station. Next, take the 164 bus from Rail Station Forecourt, Totnes station to Shadycombe Road, Salcombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min.

162min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 164164
Walk to Salcombe
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Totnes
    87 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station Forecourt, Totnes
    ID dvndajtd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 164164
    Wait for bus
    164
    Salcombe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shadycombe Road, Salcombe
    ID dvnawjwt
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to Salcombe
    Walk to
    Salcombe
    Knowle Road
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bristol to Salcombe by bus and train via CROSSCOUNTRY and 164

To get from Bristol to Salcombe in South Hams, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Totnes station. Next, take the 164 bus from Rail Station Forecourt, Totnes station to Shadycombe Road, Salcombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 9 min.

189min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 164164
Walk to Salcombe
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Totnes
    96 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station Forecourt, Totnes
    ID dvndajtd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 164164
    Wait for bus
    164
    Salcombe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shadycombe Road, Salcombe
    ID dvnawjwt
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to Salcombe
    Walk to
    Salcombe
    Knowle Road
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bristol to Salcombe

The distance between Bristol, South Hams and Salcombe, South Hams is approximately 124.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 162 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bristol to Salcombe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South Hams – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Bristol

Bristol is located at Bristol, South Hams and the nearest public transport station is Bristol Temple Meads.

Bus stations close to Bristol:

  • Bristol Temple Meads
  • Temple Meads Stn, Temple Meads
  • Redcliffe Way, Redcliffe

Ferry stations close to Bristol:

  • Bristol City Centre Ferry Landing, Bristol City Centre
  • Wapping Wharf, Bristol
  • Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing, Temple Meads

Public transport stations close to Salcombe, South Hams

Salcombe is located at Knowle Road, South Hams and the nearest public transport station is Devon Court, Salcombe.

Bus stations close to Salcombe:

  • Devon Court, Salcombe
  • Shadycombe Road, Salcombe
  • Herbert Road, Salcombe

Ferry stations close to Salcombe:

  • Salcombe Ferry Landing, Salcombe
  • East Portlemouth Ferry Landing, East Portlemouth

Alternative route from Bristol to Salcombe by bus and train via CROSSCOUNTRY and 164

To get from Bristol to Salcombe in South Hams, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Totnes station. Next, take the 164 bus from Rail Station Forecourt, Totnes station to Shadycombe Road, Salcombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 9 min.

189min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 164164
Walk to Salcombe
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Totnes
    96 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station Forecourt, Totnes
    ID dvndajtd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 164164
    Wait for bus
    164
    Salcombe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shadycombe Road, Salcombe
    ID dvnawjwt
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to Salcombe
    Walk to
    Salcombe
    Knowle Road
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Salcombe?

    The fastest way takes 162 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 164.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bristol to Salcombe?

    The alternative route takes 189 minutes, using Bus line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 164.

  • Is there a direct train between Bristol and Salcombe?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bristol to Salcombe?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Penzance station near Bristol in South West to Totnes station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Salcombe station near Salcombe in South Hams.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bristol to Salcombe by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Bristol in South West and Salcombe in South Hams by train and bus is about 2 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bristol to get to Salcombe?

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Penzance station near Bristol in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bristol and Salcombe?

    Get off the train at the Salcombe stop, which is closest to Salcombe in South Hams.

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