What is the cheapest way to get from Axminster to Helston?

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Helston is to bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 6h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Axminster to Helston?

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Helston is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Helston. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Kingsley Way via Bampfylde Street and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Axminster to Helston?

The distance between Axminster and Helston is 153 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

How do I travel from Axminster to Helston without a car?

The best way to get from Axminster to Helston without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £26 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Axminster to Helston?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Axminster to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Helston bus from?

Axminster to Helston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Trinity Square station.

Train or bus from Axminster to Helston?

The best way to get from Axminster to Helston is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £26 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Axminster to Helston bus arrive?

Axminster to Helston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Helston is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Axminster to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3170+ hotels available in Helston.

Axminster to Helston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Helston by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to RedruthExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 56m
£26–166
Bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Falmouth Uni Penryn CampusUk049
6h 24m
£9–14
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Helston128.4 mi
2h 25m
£32–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station44A
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to The Parade404
7h 10m
£25–39

Axminster to Helston by train and bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.3 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Helston, England?

You can take a train from Axminster to Tyre Centre via Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Kingsley Way via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus in around 6h 24m.

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