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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Swansea is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Tesco and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Falmouth University and University of Exeter and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Helston and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Helston to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Redruth and arriving at Swansea via Plymouth and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Helston to Swansea?

The distance between Helston and Swansea is 286 miles. The road distance is 242.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Swansea without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 31m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Helston to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Swansea bus from?

Helston to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Falmouth University and University of Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Helston to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Swansea?

The best way to get from Helston to Swansea is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 31m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Helston to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helston to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helston to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Swansea is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Helston to Swansea.

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

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Redruth to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
7h 31m
£126–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk049
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
9h 44m
£34–78
Drive 241.5 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Swanseacar 241.5 mi
4h 31m
£59–85
Train
1. Take the train from Redruth to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 50m
£121–243

Helston to Swansea by bus and train

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7h 31mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.4 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Tesco to Swansea via Railway Station, Redruth, Plymouth, and Bristol Parkway in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tesco to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Falmouth University and University of Exeter and Bus Station in around 9h 44m.

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