Youre spoilt for choice with methods of transportation to and around Cornwall. This fascinating peninsula in the South West of the United Kingdom, can vie accessed by boat, train, plane, car, bus, bike and on foot. In fact its easier to get to Cornwall from all parts of the UK now than it ever has been before. Road, rail, air and sea links have all been upgraded in recent years, adding to the comfort and ease with which to travel to Cornwall.
Cornwall is a long way from London and other major cities, so holidaymakers must be prepared to a long journey if they want to appreciate the delights of this stunning destination. Millions of tourists travel to Cornwall each year, predominately during the busy Summer season. Visitors make the trek mainly for the astoundingly picturesque beaches and coastline. But there are also pretty fishing villages, educational museums, inland walking trails and scores of tourist attractions and activities to discover.
Its not a surprise that tourism is Cornwall’s biggest industry, with travellers wanting to experience its unique beauty and laid-back atmosphere. Travelling to Cornwall these days is easy with the help of sat-nav and Google Maps, which tell of fastest routes and travel bottle-necks.
Perhaps the best way to get to cornwall is by car. It is certainly the most popular way to get to the sunshine coast with the A30 as the major route to Cornwall. Thanks to recent road upgrades, the traffic flows quickly on this dual carriageway across the backbone of Cornwall. For international travellers, there is a choice of car hire companies so you can rent your own four wheels for journeys through Englands southernmost county. Driving here is the most pleasurable experience.
Take care when travelling Cornwalls narrow streets through small fishing villages and towns. Its good fun, but better if you are walking or on a bike. It is also attractive to hike some sections of the long distance national trail – South West Coastal Path – for stunning vistas of the Cornish coast.
Some people like to fly to Cornwall to save time. There are now loads of flights to Newquay Cornwall airport from all over the UK and Europe, making it increasingly popular as a holiday destination for travellers from overseas. Many of the online travel agents have access to air tickets for flights to Newquay – Ryanair and FlyBe are two of the major local airlines.
For a scenic adventure on the train, there is a mainline route all the way from London Paddington to Penzance. The five hour journey is scenic and relaxing, allowing you to ease not the Cornish pace of life as you travel. Take a seat on the left side of the train for the best sea views of the amazing Cornish coast and the rolling countryside.
To save even more time, why night sleep on the train? You can leave the pollution of London and wake of to fresh sea air in the morning. The overnight sleeper connects London’s Paddington Station with holiday locations across the county of Cornwall. The train is a very relaxing way to journey to Cornwall.
There are numerous ferry routes from Europe to Plymouth, which is just across the border from Cornwall in Devon. From Plymouth its a short drive or bus journey to Cornwalls holiday destinations. Cornwall also offers many river boat trips, including excursions on the Fal, Fowey and Tamar rivers. One great boat trip is the short hop from Falmouth to St Mawes, as the journey takes in some dramatic coastal scenery and rocky headlands beneath the turrets of ancient castles.
Cornwall is a diverse landscape with a diverse range of options for tourists. there are loads of attractions and places of interest to visit. Plus loads of top quality places to stay. No matter what standard of luxury you require, there are great options for all dates and budgets in the county by the sea.