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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Helston is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Helston. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

How far is it from Guildford to Helston?

The distance between Guildford and Helston is 280 miles. The road distance is 250.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Helston without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 44m and costs £120 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Guildford to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Helston bus from?

Guildford to Helston bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Helston?

The best way to get from Guildford to Helston is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 44m and costs £120 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Guildford to Helston bus arrive?

Guildford to Helston bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Helston is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Guildford to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3274+ hotels available in Helston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Guildford 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 via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Woking to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 44m
£120–310
Drive 249.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Guildford to Helstoncar 249.4 mi
4h 35m
£61–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Paradebus 504
10h 55m
Train
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
9h 40m
£148–275

Guildford to Helston by train and bus

87Weekly Services

8h 44mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Kingsley Way via Woking, Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 8h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to The Parade via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 55m.

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