What is the cheapest way to get from Sumter to Helen?

The cheapest way to get from Sumter to Helen is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sumter to Helen?

The fastest way to get from Sumter to Helen is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Sumter to Helen?

The distance between Sumter and Helen is 372 miles. The road distance is 231.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sumter to Helen without a car?

The best way to get from Sumter to Helen without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 9h 16m and costs $160 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Sumter to Helen?

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Sumter to Helen, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sumter to Helen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sumter to Helen is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Sumter to Helen.

Where can I stay near Helen?

There are 332+ hotels available in Helen.

Sumter to Helen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sumter to Helen by bus, taxi, train, 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.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Sumter to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Gainesvillebus
3. Take the taxi from Gainesville to Helentaxi
9h 16m
$161–273
Drive 230.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sumter to Helencar 230.2 mi
4h 41m
$42–61
Bus, train, taxi via Columbia
1. Take the bus from Sumter to Columbiabus
2. Take the bus from Columbia to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Toccoa Stationtrain
4. Take the taxi from Toccoa Station to Helentaxi
9h 46m
$169–406
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Sumter to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Toccoa Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Toccoa Station to Helentaxi
9h 39m
$158–319

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 369.7 mi
Duration: 9h 16m

What companies run services between Sumter, SC, USA and Helen, GA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Sumter to Helen. However, you can take the bus to Charlotte Bus Station, take the bus to Gainesville, then take the taxi to Helen. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Columbia, take the bus to Charlotte Bus Station, walk to 7th St Station, take the line 501 vehicle to Parkwood Station, walk to Charlotte Amtrak Station, take the train to Toccoa Station, then take the taxi to Helen.

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