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 £28 - £55 and takes 10h 50m.

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 39m and costs £45 - £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 11h 40m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Helston?

The distance between Bournemouth and Helston is 247 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 Exeter which takes 8h 39m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m 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 National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Helston?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Helston is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 39m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Helston bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, 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 39m 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 3344+ 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 Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 39m
£91–181
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Exeter to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus
10h 50m
£28–54
Drive 182.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Helstoncar 182.5 mi
3h 39m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
9h 50m
£151–266
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Paradebus 504
11h 40m
£73–182

Bournemouth to Helston by train and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 50mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Westover Road to Meneage Street via Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, Salisbury, Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 11h 40m.

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