How to use the local buses from Boscastle for car-free days out to Tintagel, Bude, Crackington Haven, Wadebridge, Port Isaac and Padstow.
Once you have pitched up at Lower Pennycrocker Farm, it is lovely to leave the car parked beside your tent or van for a day. Boscastle is on a regular bus route along the north coast, so several of our favourite days out are possible without driving and parking. This guide explains how the local buses work and where they can take you. Timetables change by season, so always check the latest times with Transport for Cornwall before you go.
The 95 bus: Bude to Wadebridge
The 95 runs between Bude and Wadebridge along the north coast. Its stops include Widemouth, Wainhouse Corner, Crackington Haven, Tresparrett Posts, Boscastle, Bossiney, Tintagel, Camelford, Delabole and St Teath.
- It runs roughly every two hours, Monday to Saturday.
- A limited Sunday service has run in the main season. In 2026 it ran from early April to late October.
- Boscastle to Tintagel takes around a quarter of an hour.
- Boscastle to Wadebridge takes about an hour and a quarter.
In Boscastle, the bus stops near the main car park. The farm is about two miles from the village, so you will need to walk, cycle or take a taxi to the stop. Ask us if you are unsure.
Day out 1: Tintagel
The simplest car-free trip. Take the 95 to Tintagel, explore the village and castle, then walk back to Boscastle along the coast path, around five miles, via Rocky Valley and Bossiney. Our guide to the Boscastle to Tintagel walk describes the route, and our Tintagel page has more on the village.
Day out 2: Crackington Haven
Take the 95 north to Crackington Haven for the beach and the Coombe Barton Inn. Walking back along the coast path to Boscastle is a strenuous route with steep climbs, so only try it if you are fit and well equipped. See Crackington Haven.
Day out 3: Bude
Ride the 95 to the end of the line in Bude for big beaches, the sea pool and the canal. It is a longer journey, so make a day of it. See our Bude day trip.
Day out 4: Wadebridge and the Camel Trail
Take the 95 all the way to Wadebridge, a market town on the River Camel. Hire a bike and ride the Camel Trail, or simply walk part of it. See Wadebridge day trip and the Camel Trail.
Day out 5: Padstow (with a change)
From Wadebridge, the 57 bus continues to Padstow. Allow plenty of time for the change. Alternatively, cycle the Camel Trail from Wadebridge to Padstow. See our Padstow day trip.
Day out 6: Port Isaac and Polzeath (with a change)
The 96 links Camelford with Wadebridge via Delabole, Port Isaac and Polzeath. Change between the 95 and 96 at Camelford or Wadebridge. This is an ambitious day by bus, so check connections carefully.
Where the bus does not reach
Some places are honestly easier by car. Clovelly, in north Devon, is not practical by bus from Boscastle. Bodmin Moor walks such as Rough Tor are also best reached by car. See choosing a day trip for driving options.
Tips for using the bus
- Check the latest timetable on the Transport for Cornwall website before you go, and note the last bus back.
- Watch for roadworks and diversions, which are posted online.
- Carry water, a waterproof and a charged phone.
- Leave yourself plenty of time to get back to Boscastle, especially on a Saturday.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a bus from Boscastle to Tintagel?
Yes, the 95. The journey takes around a quarter of an hour.
Does the bus run on Sundays?
The 95 runs Monday to Saturday, with a limited Sunday service in the main season. Check current times before you travel.
Can I get from Boscastle to Padstow by bus?
Yes, by taking the 95 to Wadebridge and changing to the 57.
Stay near Boscastle
Lower Pennycrocker Farm is a quiet, family-run campsite at St Juliot, about two miles from Boscastle (PL35 0BY). We welcome tents, touring caravans, motorhomes and campervans from 1 April to 31 October. Adults are £10 a night, children aged 5 and over £5, electric hook-up £7 and dogs £2 each (maximum two). Showers are free and you park beside your pitch. Check availability and book direct, or see pitches and prices.
