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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Helston is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Helston. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Helston. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Redruth via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Helston?

The distance between Portsmouth and Helston is 277 miles. The road distance is 229.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Helston without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Portsmouth to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Helston bus from?

Portsmouth to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Helston train from?

Portsmouth to Helston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Helston?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Helston is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Helston bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Helston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Helston is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Portsmouth to Helston.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
7h 37m
£121–236
Drive 227.8 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Helstoncar 227.8 mi
4h 20m
£56–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bath Spatrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
11h 1m
£67–118
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain
8h 38m
£110–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Paradebus 504
11h 30m
£68–170

Portsmouth to Helston by train and bus

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7h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 275.8 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Tyre Centre via Westbury (Wilts), Redruth, and Railway Station in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to The Parade via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 11h 30m.

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