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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Helston is to bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 4m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Helston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from County Hall and arriving at The Parade. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Helston?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Helston. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Taunton to Helston?

The distance between Taunton and Helston is 156 miles. The road distance is 131 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Helston without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Taunton to Helston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Helston bus from?

Taunton to Helston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Taunton BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Helston train from?

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

Train or bus from Taunton to Helston?

The best way to get from Taunton to Helston is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Taunton to Helston bus arrive?

Taunton to Helston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Falmouth University and University of Exeter station.

Where does the Taunton to Helston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taunton to Helston?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Redruthtrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
4h 36m
£68–118
Bus via Falmouth Uni Penryn Campus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Falmouth University and University of Exeterbus Uk049
5h 4m
£18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to The Paradebus 805
4h 40m
£30–75
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Taunton to Helstoncar 130.3 mi
2h 36m
£33–47

Taunton to Helston by train and bus

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Redruth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 3h 36m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from County Hall to The Parade 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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