What is the cheapest way to get from Helston to St Ives?

The cheapest way to get from Helston to St Ives is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Helston to St Ives?

The fastest way to get from Helston to St Ives is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Blue Anchor and arriving at The Terrace via The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Helston to St Ives?

The distance between Helston and St Ives is 26 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Helston to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Helston to St Ives without a car is to line 2 bus and line 19 bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £6.

How long does it take to get from Helston to St Ives?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Helston to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to St Ives bus from?

Helston to St Ives bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, depart from Blue Anchor station.

Where does the Helston to St Ives bus arrive?

Helston to St Ives bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, arrive at The Square station.

Can I drive from Helston to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to St Ives is 15 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Helston to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2940+ hotels available in St Ives.

Helston to St Ives - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, and line 19 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Helston to St Ives by bus, taxi, car, or train

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Line 2 bus, line 19 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Blue Anchor to The Squarebus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square to The Terracebus 19 / ...
1h 55m
£6
Drive 15.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helston to St Ivescar 15.2 mi
27 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helston to St Ivestaxi 15.2 mi
27 min
£30–45
Line 34 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Railway Stationbus 34
2. Take the train from Redruth to St Erthtrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
1h 58m
£9–17

Helston to St Ives by bus

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Helston, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

You can take a bus from Blue Anchor to The Terrace via The Square in around 1h 55m.

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