Bristol, Bristol (Area) to Helston, Cornwall from $46: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Bristol to Helston: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$46 - Bus, TrainBest price

242.8 kmDistance

3h 12m Fastest

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Bristol - Helston operators

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Train

Contact phone

0344 736 9123

Website

https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/

Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth

Average Duration

Estimated price

$75-210

Train from Plymouth to Redruth

Average Duration

1h 20m

Estimated price

$45-100

Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Redruth

Average Duration

3h 40m

Estimated price

$100-310

Contact phone

+44 3457 000 125

Website

https://www.gwr.com/

Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth

Average Duration

2h 37m

Estimated price

$75-170

Train from Plymouth to Redruth

Average Duration

1h 26m

Estimated price

$35-85

Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Redruth

Average Duration

4h 16m

Estimated price

$110-240

Bus

Website

https://uk.megabus.com

Bus from Bristol Bond St to Plymouth Armada Bus Station

Average Duration

3h 38m

Estimated price

$16-23

Website

https://www.stagecoachbus.com

Bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Station

Average Duration

3h 38m

Estimated price

$8-12

Contact phone

+49 30 300 137 300

Website

https://www.flixbus.co.uk

Bus from Bristol to Plymouth Coach Station

Average Duration

Estimated price

$19-26

Contact phone

+44 808 196 2632

Website

https://www.gocornwallbus.co.uk/

Bus from Western Approach Subway to Bodmin Parkway Station

Average Duration

1h 21m

Estimated price

$3-3

Bristol to Helston: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Bristol and Helston offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic drive from Bristol to Helston, covering a distance of 299.3 km. Enjoy approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes of road-tripping through the charming English countryside. 💷 Depending on fuel costs and any tolls, the price range for a journey by car from Bristol to Helston typically falls between £47 to £71.

Average price

£47 - £70

🚆 The train journey from Bristol to Helston takes approximately 5 hours and 14 minutes, offering a scenic route through the beautiful British countryside.

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Bristol and Helston is approximately 243.0 km by road. It takes around 4 hours and 6 minutes to reach Helston from Bristol by train. However, if you prefer to travel by train and bus, the total travel time is approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes. On the other hand, if you choose to drive, it takes around 3 hours and 12 minutes to reach Bristol from Helston. Lastly, if you opt for a bus journey, expect a travel time of approximately 7 hours and 9 minutes from Bristol to Helston.

The most cost-effective option for traveling from Bristol to Helston is by bus, as it is the cheapest option with fares ranging from £22 to £35. However, this mode of transportation also takes the longest time with a travel time of 7 hours and 9 minutes. If time-efficiency is a priority, driving is the quickest option, taking only 3 hours and 12 minutes, but it is also more expensive with estimated costs of £47 to £71.

When traveling from Bristol to Helston, the prices for a train ticket range from £109 to £281. Alternatively, the prices for a bus ticket between Helston and Bristol range from £23 to £32.

To get from Bristol to Helston without using public transportation, the best option would be to drive. The driving distance is around 299.3 km and it takes approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes to reach Helston by car. However, it's important to note that fuel costs and tolls may apply, and the prices to get from Bristol to Helston by car can vary from £47 to £71.

The best way to travel from Bristol to Helston without a car is by train. The journey takes approximately 4 hours and 6 minutes and tickets can cost between £102 and £283. Alternatively, there is also an option to take a combination of train and bus, which takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes.

No, there is no direct link between Bristol and Helston. However, there are bus services available with transfers in Plymouth. The journey takes approximately 7 hours and 9 minutes. The bus services are operated by Stagecoach South West and National Express.

The flight duration from Bristol Airport to Newquay Airport, which is the closest airport to Helston, is approximately 4 hours and 35 minutes with one stopover.

There are plenty of accommodation options near Helston including over 2735 hotels to choose from. Prices for hotels in the area start at £24.