What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Helmsley?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Helmsley is to bus which costs £18 - £25 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Helmsley?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Helmsley is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Malton via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Helmsley?

The distance between Birmingham and Helmsley is 164 miles. The road distance is 148.4 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Helmsley without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Helmsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Helmsley?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Birmingham to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Helmsley bus from?

Birmingham to Helmsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Helmsley train from?

Birmingham to Helmsley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Helmsley?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Helmsley is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £25 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Birmingham to Helmsley bus arrive?

Birmingham to Helmsley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Helmsley train arrive?

Birmingham to Helmsley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Helmsley is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Birmingham to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 826+ hotels available in Helmsley.

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Helmsley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 17m
£132–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
6h 11m
£19–25
Drive 147.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Helmsleycar 147.5 mi
2h 51m
£37–54
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
6h 46m
£23–34

Birmingham to Helmsley by bus

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Helmsley, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to York hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 6h 11m.

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