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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at University RE via Plymouth Coach Station and Public Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Helston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Helston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Redruth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Plymouth and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Helston to Cardiff?

The distance between Helston and Cardiff is 239 miles. The road distance is 206.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Cardiff without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 6h 7m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Helston to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Cardiff bus from?

Helston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seven Stars station.

Where do I catch the Helston to Cardiff train from?

Helston to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Redruth station.

Train or bus from Helston to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Helston to Cardiff is to train via Plymouth which takes 6h 7m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Helston to Cardiff bus arrive?

Helston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Helston to Cardiff train arrive?

Helston to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Helston to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Cardiff is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Helston to Cardiff.

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

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

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Redruth to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 7m
£100–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to University REbus 216
7h 57m
£31–101
Drive 205 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Cardiffcar 205 mi
3h 55m
£51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Redruth to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
6h 44m
£103–203

Helston to Cardiff by bus and train

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6h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.9 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Tesco to Cardiff Central via Railway Station, Redruth, Plymouth, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 6h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to University RE via Plymouth Coach Station and Public Transport Interchange in around 7h 57m.

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