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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Exeter is to bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Exeter?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Bampfylde Street. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Helston to Exeter?

The distance between Helston and Exeter is 126 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Helston to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Exeter bus from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Exeter?

The best way to get from Helston to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Helston to Exeter bus arrive?

Helston to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Helston to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Exeter is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Helston to Exeter.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helston to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Exeter.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helston to Exeter 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 / ...
3h 41m
£32–152
Bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus to Bampfylde StreetUk049
4h 32m
£6–11
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Exeter102 mi
1h 51m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Bampfylde Street404
4h 40m
£22–35

Helston to Exeter by bus and train

135Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Redruth to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £32–33 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus to Bampfylde Street hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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