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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Helston and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Helston to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Redruth and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Helston to Bideford?

The distance between Helston and Bideford is 177 miles. The road distance is 91.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Helston to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Bideford bus from?

Helston to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seven Stars station.

Where do I catch the Helston to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Bideford?

The best way to get from Helston to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Helston to Bideford bus arrive?

Helston to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Helston to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helston to Bideford?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Redruth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 17m
£72–137
Drive 91.4 mi
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1. Drive from Helston to Bidefordcar 91.4 mi
1h 56m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Bampfylde Streetbus 404
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
8h 6m
£35–83

Helston to Bideford by bus and train

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6h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.6 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Tesco to Bideford Quay via Railway Station, Redruth, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 6m.

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