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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Bus Station via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Helston to Barnstaple?

The distance between Helston and Barnstaple is 165 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Helston to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Barnstaple bus from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Helston to Barnstaple is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Helston to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Helston to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Helston to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Barnstaple is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Helston to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2058+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Helston to Barnstaple - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Helston to Barnstaple 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 Exeter St DavidsPenzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 28m
£35–161
Drive 100.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helston to Barnstaple100.7 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus to Bampfylde StreetUk049
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 33m
£31–42

Helston to Barnstaple by bus and train

118Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Tesco to Barnstaple via Railway Station, Redruth, and Exeter St Davids in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Bus Station via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 33m.

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