How to get to Newquay from Bridgwater

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Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Newquay

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Newquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £64.

Distance: 166 km

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£64

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£32

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£33

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4h 6m

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3h 36m

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30m

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4h 20m

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3h 50m

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30m

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2h 16m

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National Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Bridgwater to Newquay is a coach with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Bridgwater to Newquay:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgwater to Newquay costing on average £64.

The fastest way to travel from Bridgwater to Newquay is by train with an average journey time of 4h 6m.

Other travel options to Newquay take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgwater and Newquay including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-31.54. The journey takes 3h 36m versus 2h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bridgwater to Newquay

How to get to Newquay from Bridgwater by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Bridgwater to Newquay is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    11:204h55
    Bridgwater
    16:15Newquay
    £251One-way
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  • National Express
    11:204h55
    Bridgwater
    16:15Newquay
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • National Express
    11:204h55
    Bridgwater
    16:15Newquay
    £251One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Bridgwater to Newquay

Travel to Newquay easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bridgwater to Newquay.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bridgwater and Newquay including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Bridgwater to Newquay is a coach with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Bridgwater to Newquay:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgwater to Newquay costing on average £64.

The fastest way to travel from Bridgwater to Newquay is by train with an average journey time of 4h 6m.

Other travel options to Newquay take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 20m.

The Bridgwater to Newquay distance is approximately 166 km.
The average frequency per day from Bridgwater to Newquay is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bridgwater and Newquay as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bridgwater to Newquay:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bridgwater, Bus Station and arrive in Newquay, Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bridgwater station (BWT) and arrive in Newquay station (NQY).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bridgwater to Newquay, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Newquay by coach.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Newquay by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bridgwater to Newquay often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Dublin, Alicante. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newquay and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bridgwater to Newquay, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Newquay, you can explore the South West Coast Path for stunning coastal views, enjoy adventure sports like coasteering and surfing at Newquay Activity Centre, and immerse yourself in pirate history at Pirate's Quest. Take a ride on the Lappa Valley Steam Railway through the scenic Cornish countryside or play a round at Newquay Golf Club with its breathtaking Atlantic views. For sights, visit Fistral Beach for surfing, Newquay Zoo for exotic animals, the Blue Reef Aquarium for marine life, Trenance Gardens for a relaxing stroll, and Towan Beach for family-friendly fun.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Newquay is ideal to enjoy its beautiful beaches, explore local attractions such as the Blue Reef Aquarium and Newquay Zoo, and experience the vibrant surf culture.

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