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

The cheapest way to get from Porth to Helston is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porth to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Porth and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Porth to Helston. However, there are services departing from Porth Interchange Bay 2 and arriving at The Parade via Sophia Gardens and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

How far is it from Porth to Helston?

The distance between Porth and Helston is 255 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porth to Helston without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 7m and costs £35 - £140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Porth to Helston bus from?

Porth to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Porth to Helston?

The best way to get from Porth to Helston is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 7m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Porth to Helston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porth to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Porth to Helston is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Porth to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3181+ hotels available in Helston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Porth 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 via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
7h 7m
£35–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Paradebus 404 / ...
10h 10m
£46–91
Drive 216.1 mi
1. Drive from Porth to Helstoncar 216.1 mi
4h 7m
£53–77
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Redruthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
7h 48m
£118–232

Porth to Helston by train and bus

140Weekly Services

7h 7mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.4 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Porth, Wales and Helston, England?

You can take a train from Porth to Tyre Centre via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porth Interchange Bay 2 to The Parade via Sophia Gardens and Plymouth Coach Station in around 10h 10m.

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