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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Helston is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Helston is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Helston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Parade via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Helston?

The distance between Cardiff and Helston is 241 miles. The road distance is 207 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Helston without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £145.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Cardiff to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Helston bus from?

Cardiff to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Helston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Helston is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £145. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Helston bus arrive?

Cardiff to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Helston is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3168+ hotels available in Helston.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff 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 Cardiff Central to RedruthCardiff Central - Penzance
6h 17m
£133–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Falmouth Uni Penryn CampusUk049
8h 1m
£18–38
Bus via Plymouth
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Parade404 / ...
7h 50m
£48–73
Drive 205.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Helston205.8 mi
3h 53m
£52–74
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruth
6h 18m
£28–106

Cardiff to Helston by train and bus

5Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.6 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Helston, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Redruth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £130–145 and the journey takes 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Parade via Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 50m.

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