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 University and University of Exeter which costs £14 - £23 and takes 5h 2m.

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 52m 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.

Is there a direct train between Helston and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Helston to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Redruth and arriving at Exeter St Davids via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

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 37m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m 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.

Where do I catch the Helston to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Exeter?

The best way to get from Helston to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £60 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Helston to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helston to Exeter train arrive?

Helston to Exeter train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Helston to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Exeter is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Helston to Exeter.

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

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Helston to Exeter

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Helston to Exeter. The best route is Train, a distance of 141.701 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Redruth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 37m
£53–103
Bus via Falmouth University and University of Exeter
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Exeterbus Uk049
5h 2m
£14–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Bampfylde Streetbus 404
4h 40m
£22–60
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Exetercar 102 mi
1h 52m
£26–37

Helston to Exeter by bus and train

143Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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 £50–100 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Seven Stars to Bampfylde Street twice daily. Tickets cost £22–60 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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