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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Helston is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Helston is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Helston. However, there are services departing from Bideford Quay and arriving at The Parade via West Street, Bus Station and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Helston. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Redruth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Bideford to Helston?

The distance between Bideford and Helston is 175 miles. The road distance is 92.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Helston without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Bideford to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Helston bus from?

Bideford to Helston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bideford Quay station.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Helston train from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Helston?

The best way to get from Bideford to Helston is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Bideford to Helston bus arrive?

Bideford to Helston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Waitrose station.

Where does the Bideford to Helston train arrive?

Bideford to Helston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Helston is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Bideford to Helston.

Where can I stay near Helston?

There are 3590+ hotels available in Helston.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bideford to Helston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 39m
£74–144
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Waitrosebus 317
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to The Paradebus 504
7h 48m
£23–52
Drive 91.7 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Helstoncar 91.7 mi
1h 56m
£23–33

Bideford to Helston by bus

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7h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Tyre Centre via Bus Station, Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bideford Quay to The Parade via Waitrose, West Street, Bus Station, Mayflower Street, and Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 48m.

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