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

The cheapest way to get from Helston to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £75 - £130 and takes 16h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helston to Edinburgh is to bus and fly which takes 6h 1m and costs £70 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Helston and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Helston to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Helston and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Helston to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Redruth and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Helston to Edinburgh?

The distance between Helston and Edinburgh is 436 miles. The road distance is 540.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helston to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 12h 6m and costs £270 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Helston to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helston to Edinburgh bus from?

Helston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seven Stars station.

Where do I catch the Helston to Edinburgh train from?

Helston to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Redruth station.

Train or bus from Helston to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Helston to Edinburgh is to train which takes 12h 6m and costs £270 - £410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £130 and takes 16h 34m.

Where does the Helston to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helston to Edinburgh train arrive?

Helston to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Helston to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Helston to Edinburgh is 540 miles. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Helston to Edinburgh.

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

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Helston to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Helston to Edinburgh by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NQY - EDI
6h 1m
£71–248
Train
1. Take the train from Redruth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Penzance - Edinburgh
12h 6m
£273–403
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Bus Stationbus 805
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
16h 34m
£79–122
Drive 537 mi
1. Drive from Helston to Edinburghcar 537 mi
9h 27m
£133–192
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Redruth to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
8h 36m
£121–261
Bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Seven Stars to Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NQY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 6m
£74–255
Train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Redruth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
8h 16m
£145–361
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Redruth to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
9h 36m
£115–283

Helston to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 433.4 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Helston, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Redruth to Edinburgh Waverley once daily. Tickets cost £270–400 and the journey takes 10h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 16h 34m.

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