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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Helston is to bus and train which costs £9 - £26 and takes 4h 30m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Helston. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at The Parade via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Paignton to Helston?

The distance between Paignton and Helston is 114 miles. The road distance is 97.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Helston without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £24 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Paignton to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Helston bus from?

Paignton to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Helston?

The best way to get from Paignton to Helston is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £24 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Paignton to Helston bus arrive?

Paignton to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Helston?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3201+ hotels available in Helston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
3h 53m
£25–144
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Viaductbus 80
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
4h 30m
£9–26
Drive 97.1 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Helstoncar 97.1 mi
2h
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Paradebus 504
5h 5m
£24–39

Paignton to Helston by train and bus

150Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Redruth hourly. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to The Parade via Plymouth Coach Station in around 5h 5m.

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