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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Helston is to bus via Bristol which costs £21 - £45 and takes 9h 7m.

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 50m and costs £50 - £75.

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 Promenade and arriving at Kingsley Way via Arle Court Transport Hub, Bus Station and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

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 52m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m 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 Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Helston?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Helston is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Helston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Helston is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Cheltenham to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3169+ hotels available in Helston.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham Spa to PlymouthEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to RedruthPlymouth - Penzance / ...
5h 52m
£51–124
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Falmouth Uni Penryn CampusUk049
9h 7m
£22–41
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Helston211.8 mi
3h 50m
£52–75
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to RedruthExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 23m
£44–328
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Railway Station104
9h 48m
£34–50

Cheltenham to Helston by train and bus

117Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Helston.

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Distance: 244.3 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Kingsley Way via Arle Court Transport Hub, Bus Station, and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus in around 9h 7m.

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