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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Bideford is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Torridge Hill via Railway Station, Lloyds Bank, Westgate Street and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Helston to Bideford?

The distance between Helston and Bideford is 177 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £24 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Helston to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Bideford bus from?

Helston to Bideford bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, depart from Seven Stars station.

Train or bus from Helston to Bideford?

The best way to get from Helston to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £24 - £170. Alternatively, you can line 34 bus and bus and line 78 bus and line 85 bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Helston to Bideford bus arrive?

Helston to Bideford bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Helston to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Bideford is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Helston to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2130+ hotels available in Bideford.

Helston to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 34 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Helston to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Redruth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 17m
£24–165
Drive 91.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helston to Bidefordcar 91.4 mi
1h 56m
£22–32
Line 34 bus, bus, line 78 bus, line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Railway Stationbus 34
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Lloyds Bankbus 406 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
4. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Librarybus 85 / ...
5. Take the bus from Library to Torridge Hillbus 85 / ...
8h 11m
£24–34
Bus, line 1 bus, line 118 bus
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Falmouth Uni Penryn Campusbus U4
2. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Charles Street to Bus Stationbus 1
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to West Streetbus 118
5. Take the bus from Market Street to Bideford Quaybus 317
8h 30m

Helston to Bideford by bus and train

116Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Helston to Bideford.

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Seven Stars to Bideford Quay via Railway Station, Redruth, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Torridge Hill via Railway Station, Lloyds Bank, Westgate Street, and Library in around 8h 11m.

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