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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Paignton is to bus which costs £20 - £28 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Paignton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Great Western Road. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Helston to Paignton?

The distance between Helston and Paignton is 99 miles. The road distance is 98.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Paignton without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs £20 - £28.

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

The bus from Seven Stars to Great Western Road takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Helston to Paignton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Paignton?

The best way to get from Helston to Paignton is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs £20 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Helston to Paignton bus arrive?

Helston to Paignton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Great Western Road station.

Can I drive from Helston to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Paignton is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Helston to Paignton.

Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2469+ hotels available in Paignton.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helston to Paignton by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Great Western Roadbus 404
3h 40m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Redruth to Newton Abbottrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 53m
£51–144
Drive 97.7 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Paigntoncar 97.7 mi
2h
£24–35
Bus via Plymouth
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Viaduct to Bus Stationbus 80
5h 25m
£22–30

Helston to Paignton by bus and train

142Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

National Express operates a bus from Seven Stars to Great Western Road twice daily. Tickets cost £20–28 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Redruth to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.

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