Launceston Castle

Directions to Launceston Castle

  • Parking

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    No site parking. The nearest pay-and-display parking is an NCP multi-storey opposite the castle. Accessible parking can be arranged in advance; please call the castle on 01566 772365.

  • Road Access

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    Launceston Castle is in Launceston town centre.

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  • SAT NAV

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    Postcode : PL15 7DR

    Latitude : 50.636084

    Longtitude : -4.361045

  • Bus Access

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    The nearest bus stop to Launceston Castle is Launceston Westgate Street. This is a short 0.2 mile walk from the castle. Go Cornwall operate the following bus services to Launceston - see website for operating times. 

    Bus 12 from Plymouth via Saltash and Callington, also from Bude to Launceston. 
    Bus 78 / 78A from Liskeard.
    Bus 79 from Camelford.
    Bus 306 from Okehampton Station.
    Bus 425 from Altarnun.
    Bus 426 from Egloskerry & North Petherwin.

    Stagecoach Bus 85 runs from Barnstaple via Bideford and Holsworthy, also from Tavistock.

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    The nearest stations are Okehampton (19 miles), Plymouth (24 miles) or Liskeard (16 miles). To reach Launceston Castle catch buses as listed under Bus Access. For train times and tickets, visit the Great Western Railway website.

  • Bicycle Access

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    Find your cycling route to Launceston Castle at sustrans.org.uk, the National Cycle Network.

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