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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Helston is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Helston. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at The Parade via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Helston. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Helston?

The distance between Birmingham and Helston is 292 miles. The road distance is 258.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Helston without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Birmingham to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Helston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Helston train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham to Helston?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Helston is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £210 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Birmingham to Helston bus arrive?

Birmingham to Helston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Helston train arrive?

Birmingham to Helston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Redruth station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Helston is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Birmingham to Helston.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Helston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Helston?

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Helston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Redruthtrain Edinburgh - Penzance / ...
6h 30m
£125–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Paradebus 805
8h 50m
£40–75
Drive 257.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Helstoncar 257.3 mi
4h 41m
£64–92
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane BHX - NQY
8h 43m
£73–202
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
6h 52m
£124–192

Birmingham to Helston by train and bus

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Distance: 289.9 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Redruth once daily. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to The Parade via Bus Station in around 8h 50m.

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