What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds to Helsby?

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Helsby is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Helsby?

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Helsby is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Helsby?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Helsby. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Vicarage Lane via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Helsby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Helsby. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Leeds to Helsby?

The distance between Leeds and Helsby is 75 miles. The road distance is 70.4 miles.

How do I travel from Leeds to Helsby without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds to Helsby without a car is to train via Newton-le-Willows which takes 2h 11m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Helsby?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Leeds to Helsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Helsby bus from?

Leeds to Helsby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Helsby train from?

Leeds to Helsby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Helsby?

The best way to get from Leeds to Helsby is to train via Newton-le-Willows which takes 2h 11m and costs £27 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Leeds to Helsby bus arrive?

Leeds to Helsby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Helsby train arrive?

Leeds to Helsby train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Helsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Helsby is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Leeds to Helsby.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeds to Helsby?

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Where can I stay near Helsby?

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Leeds to Helsby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leeds to Helsby by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newton-le-Willows
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Helsbytrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 11m
£27–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J to Vicarage Lanebus X30
3h 38m
£14–35
Drive 70 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Helsbycar 70 mi
1h 20m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Helsbytrain Leeds - Chester
2h 14m
£30–60

Leeds to Helsby by train

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2h 11mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.1 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Helsby, England?

You can take a train from Leeds to Helsby via Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Vicarage Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester Piccadilly, Warrington Central, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand J in around 3h 38m.

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