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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 5h 50m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Helston to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Helston and Aberystwyth is 415 miles. The road distance is 284.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs £85 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 10h 40m to get from Helston to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Aberystwyth bus from?

Helston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus station.

Train or bus from Helston to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Helston to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 10h 40m and costs £85 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Helston to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Helston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Helston to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Aberystwyth is 284 miles. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Helston to Aberystwyth.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 776+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Helston to Aberystwyth 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 Redruth to Plymouth
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
10h 40m
£87–352
Drive 282.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helston to Aberystwyth282.8 mi
5h 50m
£71–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
13h 30m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Redruth to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
12h 25m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Interchange404
2. Take the train from Weston-super-Mare to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
14h 39m

Helston to Aberystwyth by bus and train

48Weekly Services

10h 40mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 412.7 mi
Duration: 10h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Tesco to Aberystwyth via Railway Station, Redruth, Plymouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 10h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 13h 30m.

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