London to Helston bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Helston

Showing times and prices for 22 Dec

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

8 h 50 m

Average duration

9 h 29 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

394 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Helston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Helston will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London for Helston every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 394 km distance in an average of 9 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 55 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.

National ExpressNX504
10:308h50
London, Victoria Coach Station
19:20Helston, Coinagehall Street
£401One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504
13:309h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
23:05Helston, Coinagehall Street
£401One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504
08:309h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
18:05Helston, Coinagehall Street
£401One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX404
23:009h55
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:55Helston, Coinagehall Street
£541One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for London to Helston

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Helston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £24.

Distance: 394 km

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Flight

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£96

Average Price

£100

Average Price

9h 50m

Average total duration

9h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 8m

Average total duration

4h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

Onboard

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London to Helston bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Helston coaches for tomorrow, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:48
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX50408:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
9h35
18:05 Helston, Coinagehall Street0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50410:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
8h50
19:20 Helston, Coinagehall Street0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50413:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
9h35
23:05 Helston, Coinagehall Street0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Helston

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Buses from London to Helston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 394 km distance in 9h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
394 km
Average bus duration
9h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
9h 5m
First bus
05:10
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London to HelstonYou can travel by bus between London to Helston with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London to Helston coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Helston by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Helston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Helston can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Helston is £33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to Helston coach time is 8 h 45 min   covering the 244 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to Helston leaves at 05: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to Helston leaves at 23: 40.
There are 4 coaches a day from London to Helston which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the London to Helston coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Helston from London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Helston, Coinagehall Street, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from London to Helston is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from London to Helston including taking a coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from London to Helston has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Helston.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Helston.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Helston, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Helston.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to Helston needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Helston.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Helston.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Helston.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Helston.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London and Helston

    London
    Helston
    The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Helston.
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 00:00-23:59
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bath Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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