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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Helston is to train and bus which costs £55 - £95 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Helston is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Helston. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at The Parade via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Helston. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Redruth via Charing Cross station, London Paddington and Totnes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Helston?

The distance between Maidstone and Helston is 341 miles. The road distance is 306.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Helston without a car is to train via Totnes which takes 9h 5m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 9h 5m to get from Maidstone to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Helston bus from?

Maidstone to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Helston train from?

Maidstone to Helston train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Helston?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Helston is to train via Totnes which takes 9h 5m and costs £140 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Maidstone to Helston bus arrive?

Maidstone to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Helston train arrive?

Maidstone to Helston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Helston is 307 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Maidstone to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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Maidstone to Helston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Maidstone to Helston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Totnes
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Totnestrain
3. Take the train from Totnes to Redruthtrain
9h 5m
£140–255
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Paradebus 504 / ...
11h 55m
£56–100
Drive 305 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Helstoncar 305 mi
5h 25m
£77–111
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
9h 40m
£159–508
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
11h 23m
£145–260
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
12h 23m
£58–94
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LGW - NQY
9h 36m
£102–339

Maidstone to Helston by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 338.8 mi
Duration: 9h 5m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Tyre Centre via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Totnes, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 9h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to The Parade via London Victoria in around 11h 55m.

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