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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Taunton is to bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Taunton is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Taunton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seven Stars and arriving at County Hall. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Helston and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Helston to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Redruth and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Helston to Taunton?

The distance between Helston and Taunton is 156 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Taunton without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Helston to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Taunton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helston to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Helston to Taunton?

The best way to get from Helston to Taunton is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Helston to Taunton bus arrive?

Helston to Taunton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Helston to Taunton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helston to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Taunton is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Helston to Taunton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Redruth to Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 29m
£63–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Taunton BP Garagebus Uk049
5h 47m
£18–28
Bus via Plymouth
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Blackbrook BP Garagebus Fal
4h 59m
£21–46
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Tauntoncar 130 mi
2h 36m
£32–47
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to County Hallbus 404 / ...
6h 5m
£30–75

Helston to Taunton by bus and train

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Redruth to Taunton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Blackbrook BP Garage via Plymouth Coach Station in around 4h 59m.

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