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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Helston is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 31m.

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 31m 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 5m.

How far is it from Poole to Helston?

The distance between Poole and Helston is 247 miles. The road distance is 179.1 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 9h 4m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 4m 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 9h 4m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 12h 5m.

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 31m 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?

There are 3565+ hotels available in Helston.

Poole to Helston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 34 bus

There are 4 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 Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain
9h 4m
£106–212
Drive 178.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Helstoncar 178.1 mi
3h 31m
£45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Paradebus 504
12h 5m
£74–185
Train, bus, line 34 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain
6. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kingsley Waybus 34
9h 28m

Poole to Helston by train and bus

58Weekly Services

9h 4mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Helston.

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 9h 4m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Tyre Centre via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 9h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 5m.

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