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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Helmsley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Helmsley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Helmsley:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Helmsley costing on average $46 (€37).
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Helmsley costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Helmsley take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 18m.
Bus takes on average 7h 53m.
The journey is about 2h 26m faster (2h 18m by train vs 4h 44m by car) and roughly $37 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $83 (€67)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Helmsley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Helmsley run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 8:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains from London to Helmsley trainsGrand Central Trains trains will get you between London and Helmsley from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Helmsley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Helmsley by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Helmsley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Helmsley
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ATM
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Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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