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 - £35 and takes 2h 7m.

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 7m and costs £24 - £35.

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 The Parade via Bus Station and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Helston?

The distance between Barnstaple and Helston is 165 miles. The road distance is 100.9 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 19m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m 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 19m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £60 and takes 6h 47m.

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 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Barnstaple to Helston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Helston?

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Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3274+ 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 19m
£39–161
Drive 100.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Helstoncar 100.4 mi
2h 7m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to The Paradebus 504
6h 47m
£46–59

Barnstaple to Helston by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Parade via Bus Station, Sidwell Street, and Bampfylde Street in around 6h 47m.

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