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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Helston is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Helston is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Helston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at The Parade via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Helston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Helston?

The distance between Cardiff and Helston is 241 miles. The road distance is 207 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Helston without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Cardiff to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Helston bus from?

Cardiff to Helston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Helston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Helston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Helston is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Helston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Helston train arrive?

Cardiff to Helston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Redruth station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Helston is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Redruthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 43m
£99–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Paradebus 805
8h 15m
£35–62
Drive 205.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Helstoncar 205.8 mi
3h 56m
£51–74
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
6h 51m
£92–176

Cardiff to Helston by train and bus

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.3 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Helston, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Redruth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £95–170 and the journey takes 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to The Parade via Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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