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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Helston is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Helston is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Helston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Kingsley Way via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Helston?

The distance between Barnstaple and Helston is 165 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Helston without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £30 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Barnstaple to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Helston bus from?

Barnstaple to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Helston?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Helston is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £30 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Helston bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Helston is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Barnstaple to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3169+ hotels available in Helston.

Barnstaple to Helston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to RedruthExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 24m
£31–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Falmouth Uni Penryn CampusUk049
6h 44m
£22–36
Drive 100.9 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Helston100.9 mi
2h 6m
£25–36

Barnstaple to Helston by train and bus

117Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Helston.

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Tyre Centre via Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Kingsley Way via Bus Station, Sidwell Street, Bampfylde Street, and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus in around 6h 44m.

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