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 £26 - £100 and takes 11h 17m.

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 22m 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 12h 15m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Helston?

The distance between Maidstone and Helston is 341 miles. The road distance is 307 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 which takes 10h 49m and costs £90 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 10h 49m 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.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Helston?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Helston is to train which takes 10h 49m and costs £90 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Maidstone to Helston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidstone to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Helston is 307 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Maidstone to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3157+ hotels available in Helston.

Maidstone to Helston - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Maidstone to Helston by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Maidstone East to London Charing CrossMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to RedruthLondon Paddington - Penzance
10h 49m
£90–214
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Falmouth Uni Penryn CampusUk049
11h 17m
£26–99
Drive 305.2 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Helston305.2 mi
5h 22m
£77–111
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LHR - NQY
9h 3m
£148–447
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Parade404 / ...
12h 15m
£35–82
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LGW - NQY
9h 18m
£107–328
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LTN - NQY
9h 10m
£108–448
Train, train to London City Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Strood
2. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
3. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)LCY - NQY
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
5. Take the bus from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus to Kingsley Way
8h 48m
Train, train to London Stansted Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone West to Strood
2. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
3. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)STN - NQY
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
5. Take the bus from Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus to Kingsley Way
7h 22m

Maidstone to Helston by train, subway, and bus

75Weekly Services

10h 49mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 338.8 mi
Duration: 10h 49m

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, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 10h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to The Parade via London Victoria in around 12h 15m.

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