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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Helston is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Helston is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Helston?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Helston. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Tyre Centre via Bristol Bus Station and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Helston. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Redruth via Bristol Parkway and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Swansea to Helston?

The distance between Swansea and Helston is 286 miles. The road distance is 244 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Helston without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 38m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Swansea to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Helston bus from?

Swansea to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Helston train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Helston?

The best way to get from Swansea to Helston is to train via Plymouth which takes 7h 38m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Swansea to Helston bus arrive?

Swansea to Helston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Helston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Helston?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Helston is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Swansea to Helston.

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

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Where can I stay near Helston?

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Helston by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
7h 38m
£137–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
9h 35m
£34–77
Drive 242.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Helstoncar 242.5 mi
4h 31m
£60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Redruthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
8h 25m
£122–242

Swansea to Helston by train and bus

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7h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284.4 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Tyre Centre via Bristol Parkway, Plymouth, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Tyre Centre via Bristol Bus Station and Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus in around 9h 35m.

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