4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Helston
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Helston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Helston will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Helston on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 394 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:30 AM9h20London7:50 PMHelston$351One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM9h20London7:50 PMHelston$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Helston
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Helston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $125 Average price | $77 Average price | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Helston:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Helston costing on average $77 (€62).
A bus is $84 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Helston costing on average $125 (€100).
Other travel options to Helston take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 38m.
Bus takes on average 9h 19m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
London to Helston bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Helston buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM London | 9h35 | 6:05 PM Helston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM London | 9h35 | 11:05 PM Helston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Helston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Helston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express from London to HelstonYou can travel by bus between London to Helston with National Express for as low as $27 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Helston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Helston by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Helston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Helston
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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