How to travel from Padstow to Wells, United Kingdom
The distance between Padstow and Wells is around 225km (140 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Padstow to Wells by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Wells → Padstow if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Bodmin Parkway Station then take the train to Castle Cary.
- Duration3h 55m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost£84($100)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padstow and Wells
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padstow to Wells by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around £51 ($60) and will take around 5h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £39 ($46).
The distance between Padstow and Wells is around 225km (140 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 177km (110 miles)
It takes around 3h 55m to get from Padstow and Wells by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Padstow to Wells is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx £39 ($46).
The cheapest way to travel between Padstow and Wells, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around £51 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padstow and Wells. We recommend that you drive to Wells. instead which will take 2h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padstow and Wells. We recommend that you drive to Wells. instead which will take 2h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Padstow to Wells. We recommend that you take the bus to Bodmin Parkway Station then take the train to Castle Cary. instead which will take 3h 55m.
The closest major airport to Wells is Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) which is approximately 20km (13 miles) from Wells. Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) and Bournemouth Airport (BOH) (BOH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Padstow and Wells. The distance is around 225km (140 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padstow to Wells is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around £84 ($100).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padstow and Wells
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 3h 55m | £84($100) | twice a week | 275km (171 miles) |
| Bus to Bodmin Parkway Station, train | 5h 15m | £51($60) | every 4 hours | 290km (180 miles) |
Drive | 2h 40m | £39($46) | on demand | 225km (140 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padstow and Wells
Bus companies
Go Cornwall Bus
First Bristol
Train operators
Airports near Wells
The following major airports near Wells offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Bristol Airport (BRS)
- Distance
- 20km (13 miles) from Wells
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 53km (33 miles) from Wells
Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
- Distance
- 74km (46 miles) from Wells