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 £40 - £80 and takes 7h 50m.

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 56m 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 239 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 via Plymouth which takes 6h 9m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m 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 via Plymouth which takes 6h 9m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 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 56m 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 706+ hotels available in Helston.

Cardiff to Helston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Helston by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
6h 9m
£29–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Paradebus 404 / ...
7h 50m
£42–80
Drive 205.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Helstoncar 205.8 mi
3h 56m
£51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Redruthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 16m
£121–218

Cardiff to Helston by train and bus

151Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Helston.

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Distance: 237.9 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Tyre Centre via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Parade via Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 50m.

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