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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Helston is to train and bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 10h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Helston is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Helston. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Poole to Helston?

The distance between Poole and Helston is 247 miles. The road distance is 179.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Helston without a car is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Poole to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Helston bus from?

Poole to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Helston?

The best way to get from Poole to Helston is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Poole to Helston bus arrive?

Poole to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Helston is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Poole to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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Poole to Helston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Helston by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upwey
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Cary
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Redruth
8h 7m
£97–164
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station44A
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
10h 54m
£18–35
Drive 178.3 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Helston178.3 mi
3h 29m
£44–64
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouth
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruth
9h 40m
£36–187
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Parade404 / ...
12h 35m
£44–88

Poole to Helston by train and bus

3Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Helston.

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Tyre Centre via Upwey, Castle Cary, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 35m.

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