How to travel from London to Bodmin

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Compare bus, flight, and train for London to Bodmin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bodmin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, while a flight costs an average of €375.

Distance: 211 miles (341 km)

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Compare ways to travel from London to Bodmin

Compare the available ways to get from London to Bodmin, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Bodmin is a bus with an average price of €44.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Bodmin:

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bodmin costing on average €118.

A bus is €332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Bodmin costing on average €375.

The fastest way to travel from London to Bodmin is by train with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Bodmin take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

Bus takes on average 7h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Bodmin including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Bodmin among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 36m sooner (4h 1m by train vs 4h 37m by car). Tickets start at around €118 compared to roughly €85 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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How to get from London to Bodmin by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from London to Bodmin is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from London to Bodmin

Travel to Bodmin 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 London to Bodmin.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Bodmin including taking a bus, flight, and train.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Bodmin is a bus with an average price of €44.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Bodmin:

A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bodmin costing on average €118.

A bus is €332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Bodmin costing on average €375.

The fastest way to travel from London to Bodmin is by train with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Bodmin take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

Bus takes on average 7h 30m.

The distance from London to Bodmin is approximately 211 miles (341 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Bodmin is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Bodmin as scheduled services by bus, flight, and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Bodmin:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Exeter International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Paddington (PAD) and arrive in Bodmin Parkway (BOD).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Bodmin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Bodmin by bus.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Bodmin by train.
  • Travel with Loganair, British Airways, easyJet, BA Cityflyer to go to Bodmin by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Bodmin with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway.
Omio customers who travel from London to Bodmin often also extend their vacation to go to Bristol, Newquay, Plymouth, Liskeard, Truro. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bodmin and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bodmin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Bodmin, including its historic sites, Bodmin Jail, and the surrounding natural beauty of Bodmin Moor, a visit of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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