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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Helston is to train and bus which costs £20 - £70 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Helston is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Swindon to Helston?

The distance between Swindon and Helston is 242 miles. The road distance is 216.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Helston without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Swindon to Helston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swindon to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Helston is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Swindon to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3168+ hotels available in Helston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon 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 Swindon to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance
4h 58m
£122–220
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
7h 53m
£21–67
Drive 215.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Helstoncar 215.2 mi
3h 56m
£53–77
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Redruthtrain Edinburgh - Penzance / ...
6h 1m
£95–284

Swindon to Helston by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Redruth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £120–220 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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