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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Helston is to bus via Newquay which costs £26 - £50 and takes 10h 44m.

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 The Parade via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Reading to Helston?

The distance between Reading and Helston is 263 miles. The road distance is 238.2 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 55m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m 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 National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Train or bus from Reading to Helston?

The best way to get from Reading to Helston is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Reading to Helston bus arrive?

Reading to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Parade 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.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3274+ hotels available in Helston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Reading 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 Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
7h 55m
£133–240
Bus via Newquay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
10h 44m
£27–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to The Paradebus 504
8h 36m
£32–47
Drive 236.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Helstoncar 236.8 mi
4h 33m
£58–83

Reading to Helston by train and bus

74Weekly Services

7h 55mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.7 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

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 £130–240 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to The Parade 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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