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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Helston is to train and bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Helston is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Helston. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Helston?

The distance between Bournemouth and Helston is 282 miles. The road distance is 183.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Helston without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 8h 45m and costs £80 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Bournemouth to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Helston bus from?

Bournemouth to Helston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Helston?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Helston is to train via Westbury which takes 8h 45m and costs £80 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Helston bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Helston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Helston is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Bournemouth to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3166+ hotels available in Helston.

Bournemouth to Helston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Helston by train, bus, or car

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruth
8h 45m
£83–288
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station44A
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
11h 9m
£22–42
Drive 182.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Helston182.5 mi
3h 37m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to RedruthExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 50m
£42–191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Parade404 / ...
12h 5m
£44–98

Bournemouth to Helston by train and bus

72Weekly Services

8h 45mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Tyre Centre via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 5m.

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