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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Helston is to fly and line 36 bus which costs £65 - £240 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Helston is to fly and line 36 bus which takes 6h 44m and costs £65 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Helston. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Helston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Helston is 633 miles. The road distance is 540.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helston without a car is to train which takes 11h 10m and costs £270 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Edinburgh to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helston train from?

Edinburgh to Helston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helston train arrive?

Edinburgh to Helston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Redruth station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Helston is 540 miles. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Edinburgh to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3442+ hotels available in Helston.

Edinburgh to Helston - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 36 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Helston by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Redruthtrain Edinburgh - Penzance
11h 10m
£278–405
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 36 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tyre Centrebus
6h 44m
£66–236
Drive 537 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Helstoncar 537 mi
9h 27m
£134–193
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Redruthtrain
13h 40m
£198–386
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 36 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane GLA - NQY
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tyre Centrebus
7h 31m
£77–221
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain
8h 30m
£144–396
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
8h 51m
£120–276

Edinburgh to Helston by train and bus

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11h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 629.7 mi
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Helston, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Redruth once daily. Tickets cost £270–410 and the journey takes 10h 10m.

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