The cheapest and fastest buses from Newquay to Bodmin
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newquay to Bodmin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newquay to Bodmin will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Newquay for Bodmin on Fri, Jun 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 27 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:45 PM0h30Newquay10:15 PMBodmin$101One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM0h30Newquay11:15 PMBodmin$101One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM0h30Newquay11:15 PMBodmin$101One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM0h30Newquay10:15 PMBodmin$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Newquay to Bodmin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newquay to Bodmin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newquay to Bodmin:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newquay to Bodmin costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Bodmin take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 1m.
You'll arrive about -1h -7m sooner (39m by bus vs 32m by car) and save roughly $-2.59 (€-2.15) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $8 (€6)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Newquay to Bodmin Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Newquay to Bodmin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newquay to Bodmin buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX504 | 6:50 AM Newquay, Bus Station | 0h40 | 7:30 AM Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX104 | 9:40 AM Newquay, Bus Station | 0h40 | 10:20 AM Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX406 | 10:45 PM Newquay, Bus Station | 0h30 | 11:15 PM Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX106 | 11:50 PM Newquay, Bus Station | 0h25 | 12:15 AM Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newquay to Bodmin
Buses from Newquay to Bodmin run on average 4 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average bus duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 3:55 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express, Go Cornwall Bus from Newquay to BodminYou can travel by bus between Newquay to Bodmin with National Express, Go Cornwall Bus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newquay to Bodmin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newquay to Bodmin by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bodmin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Newquay to Bodmin
Most Newquay to Bodmin buses use the Newquay, Bus Station to Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak) station pair. Use this guide to compare Newquay and Bodmin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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