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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Helston is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Helston. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Seven Stars via Reading and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Helston. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Reading to Helston?

The distance between Reading and Helston is 263 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Helston without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Reading to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Helston bus from?

Reading to Helston bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Helston train from?

Reading to Helston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Helston?

The best way to get from Reading to Helston is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Reading to Helston bus arrive?

Reading to Helston bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Helston train arrive?

Reading to Helston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Redruth station.

Can I drive from Reading to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Helston is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Reading to Helston.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Helston?

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
7h 29m
£118–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
10h 15m
£35–55
Drive 236.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Helstoncar 236.6 mi
4h 33m
£59–85
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Paradebus 504
10h 40m
£82–173

Reading to Helston by train and bus

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7h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.7 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Redruth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–220 and the journey takes 6h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Reading to Penzance Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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