Burton to Falmouth

[baz2277]

Hi all,

Can anyone advise the likelyhood of HST's on the Burton on Trent - Falmouth route - I am getting the 1038 CrossCountry from Burton to Plymouth (then change onto FGW) in a couple of weeks time. I know the 0838 service is usually a HST, but what about services later that morning?

I know its a long shot but any ideas?

Cheers

 

[Freightmaster]

What day of the week??

 

[PHILIPE]

Hi all,

Can anyone advise the likelyhood of HST's on the Burton on Trent - Falmouth route - I am getting the 1038 CrossCountry from Burton to Plymouth (then change onto FGW) in a couple of weeks time. I know the 0838 service is usually a HST, but what about services later that morning?

I know its a long shot but any ideas?

Cheers

If you go to the "Frequently Requested Diagrams Thread" all the XC trains booked to be worked by HSTs are listed there.

 

[baz2277]

Thanks for your useful replies

I'll be travelling prob on Wednesday, returning Saturday. The journey involves 2 changes onto FGW - any idea what rolling stock it might be? Plymouth to Truro, then Truro to Falmouth.

I've had a look at the HST diagrams too - thanks for that! I'm now trying to get the tickets as cheaply as poss - its £161 return so far, working on the split at the mo!!

 

[CC 72100]

You may find a Freedom of the South West could come in handy south of cheltenham: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/pr0f61f9c35ce741009c0e3842403e09.aspx

Plymouth - Truro - either a HST if it is a London train, 150 or 153 if a local.

Truro - Falmouth - 2x 153 or 150 in my experience.

 

[richw]

You may find a Freedom of the South West could come in handy south of cheltenham: http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/pr0f61f9c35ce741009c0e3842403e09.aspx

Plymouth - Truro - either a HST if it is a London train, 150 or 153 if a local.

Truro - Falmouth - 2x 153 or 150 in my experience.

Summer Saturdays some of the Plymouth to Penzance locals get Hsts. It typically runs 20-30 behind one from London. I always find the London train full and standing and wait for the Hst I know is shortly behind on the stopper. I've had a table seat every time without fail.

Truro to Falmouth will be 2 x 153 on 1 diagram and a 150 on the other.

 

[baz2277]

Thanks again to the forum members, particularly re the Freedom of the South West Rover ticket idea!!

That'll bring around £50 off what i've been quoted so far, plus I can also get to visit family in Cardiff on the same ticket - Brilliant!!!

 

[CC 72100]

Ah apologies, yes I was only thinking of the week. 16:55 Penanzce - Newton abbot is an example that springs to mind, and the 8:18 Plymouth - Penzance is another example.

Good to hear that we've been able to be of help l!

 

[baz2277]

Me again,

I'm finding it difficult to buy this Freedom of the South West ticket online - any pointers? Can't find anything on FGW or RedSpotted Hanky!

 

[fishquinn]

Going to a ticket office is probably the easiest way.

 

[berneyarms]

Me again,

I'm finding it difficult to buy this Freedom of the South West ticket online - any pointers? Can't find anything on FGW or RedSpotted Hanky!

Go to the link below:
http://tickets.firstgreatwestern.co.uk/gw/en/journeyplanning/roversandrangers