Visiting UK

Trains from London to Newquay run regularly from London Paddington train station to Newquay train station in Cornwall.

Trains leave London Paddington train station for Newquay train station every 2 hours at peak times.

Most trains from London to Newquay require at least one change.

Trains from Newquay to London return a bit less frequently.

The total train time from London to Newquay ranges from 4h56m-5h41m on average. Some routes take up to 12h, so check the journey length before booking.

The cost of a round-trip train ticket from London to Newquay can be as low as 61.50 GBP for standard class, but can be more expensive if you book at peak times or on the day of travel.

Discount train tickets from London to Newquay are available if you book in advance or with a railcard.

Sunset surfing at Fistral

While England might not seem a likely place for surfing, its Cornish coast is home to some popular breaks and world famous surf spots.

The north coast has the best surfing in Cornwall, so start with the surf beaches there. If you’re a beginner surfer, try taking lessons from a surfing school in Cornwall before you paddle out.

At the top of this list is Newquay, a city in the middle of Cornwall’s north coast.

Newquay is the home of the British Surfing Association and the National Surfing Centre, and hosts the annual Boardmasters surfing competition.

Fistral is has the best surfing for advanced surfers in Newquay.

Polzeath is another of the best places for surfing in Cornwall. Polzeath is packed with surf shops and surf schools, and there are plenty of beaches for beginners and experienced surfers alike.

Other good surfing in Cornwall takes place in Perranporth, Bude and St Agnes.

Newquay

Newquay Airport is located some distance from the city center. Thankfully there are a number of options for getting from Newquay Airport to Newquay itself after your flight.

Car Hire at Newquay Airport

Car hire is available at both Newquay Airport and in Newquay.

Taxi from Newquay Airport

A taxi from Newquay Airport to the city center will cost 20-25 GBP, depending on how far you travel and how many bags you have. Call ahead to reserve a taxi.

Bus from Newquay Airport

A bus runs from Newquay Airport to Newquay shortly after flights arrive. The bus leaves from the bus stop in front of the airport. The cost is 2.70 GBP one way.

Shuttle from Newquay Airport

There are several private shuttles from Newquay Airport to the city center. Shuttles leave from the bus stop in front of the airport. The cost is around 7 GBP.