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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Helston is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Helston is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Helston. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at The Parade via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Helston. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Redruth via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Helston?

The distance between Cheltenham and Helston is 246 miles. The road distance is 213 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Helston without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Cheltenham to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Helston bus from?

Cheltenham to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Helston train from?

Cheltenham to Helston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Helston?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Helston is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Helston bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Helston train arrive?

Cheltenham to Helston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Helston is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cheltenham to Helston.

How do I get a train ticket from Cheltenham to Helston?

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
5h 45m
£106–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Bus Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Paradebus 805
7h 45m
£37–66
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Helstoncar 211.8 mi
3h 52m
£53–76
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 21m
£102–172
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
8h 7m
£44–75

Cheltenham to Helston by train and bus

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Distance: 244.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Tyre Centre via Plymouth, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to The Parade via Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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