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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Helston is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Helston. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at The Parade via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Helston. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Redruth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Alton to Helston?

The distance between Alton and Helston is 270 miles. The road distance is 232.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Helston without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 37m and costs £100 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Alton to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Helston bus from?

Alton to Helston bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Helston train from?

Alton to Helston train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Alton to Helston?

The best way to get from Alton to Helston is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 37m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 3m.

Where does the Alton to Helston bus arrive?

Alton to Helston bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Alton to Helston train arrive?

Alton to Helston train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Alton to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Helston is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Alton to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3585+ hotels available in Helston.

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

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
8h 37m
£106–221
Drive 230.9 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to Helstoncar 230.9 mi
4h 15m
£56–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Paradebus 504
11h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 54m
£122–231

Alton to Helston by bus, foot, and train

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8h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.7 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Helston, England?

You can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Kingsley Way via Bus Station, Basingstoke, Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to The Parade via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 11h 3m.

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