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Helston Museum
Helston’s local museum covers the town’s social history, Flora Day and nearby communities. A compact, informative stop for understanding the area.
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Compare coach and train for Plymouth to Helston
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Helston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 86 km
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1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Helston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Plymouth to Helston run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 28m.
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 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Plymouth to Helston trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Plymouth and Helston from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£14
Great Western Railway frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Helston
Things to do in Helston
Discover the best of Helston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Helston trip today.
- Recommended
King Edward Mine Museum
A family-focused museum on Cornwall’s mining past, with exhibits on engines, industry and local life. Good for context before exploring the region.
Glendurgan House
This National Trust house presents art, furniture and family history in elegant rooms above the Helford River. Gardens add to the visit.
- Must visit
Loe Pool
A dramatic freshwater lake separated from the sea by a shingle bar. Popular for walking, birdlife and broad views in a distinctive Cornish landscape.
- Recommended
Coronation Park and Boating Lake
A large public garden with mature planting, a boating lake and seasonal displays. It is a pleasant place for a relaxed walk in the centre of Helston.
- Recommended
Porthleven Harbour
The harbour area is known for its granite quay, views and coastal atmosphere. It is a favourite for strolling and watching the sea in nearby Porthleven.
Cornish Pasty
Cornish pasty is a baked pastry filled with beef, potato, swede and onion. It is Cornwall’s best-known handheld meal and a lasting symbol of local mining heritage.
Stargazy Pie
Stargazy pie is a traditional Cornish fish pie, usually with pilchards baked under a crust with the fish heads showing. It is linked especially with nearby Mousehole winter customs.
Hevva Cake
Hevva cake is a Cornish cake made with flour, butter, lard, sugar and dried fruit. It is tied to fishing communities and was baked when pilchard shoals were spotted.
Amelies
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant in Porthleven serving fresh fish and shellfish in a relaxed, modern setting.
Kota Kai
Smart waterside restaurant in Porthleven known for seasonal Cornish produce, seafood and a polished but informal atmosphere.
Philps Bakery
Well-known Helston bakery and café for Cornish pasties, buns and simple lunches. Good for a quick traditional bite in town.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Cornwall. Helston is usually cheaper than major UK cities, but visitor-season accommodation and dining can raise costs. Local buses help keep transport spending manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for higher-end dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino or flat white.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip a little for helpful service.
FAQs: Plymouth to Helston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Helston 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 Helston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Helston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Plymouth to Helston covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 23 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to Helston is 86 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Helston leaves at 5:24.
The last train from Plymouth to Helston departs at 21:56.
Trains from Plymouth to Helston run approximately 23 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Helston.
Yes, there is a direct train between Plymouth and Helston. The service operates 16 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
To get from Plymouth to Helston, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Helston.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Helston is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Camborne station (CBN).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Helston is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Helston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to Helston is not directly possible as Helston does not have a train station, requiring a bus from Redruth or Truro. However, the train segment from Plymouth to Redruth or Truro offers picturesque views of the Cornish countryside and coastline, featuring rolling hills, rivers, and coastal scenery.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Plymouth to Helston. The journey takes 1h 28m, covering a distance of 86 km, with a frequency of 21 train trips per day.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Helston, allowing time to visit attractions like the Helston Museum and nearby natural sites such as the Loe Bar and Penrose Estate.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Helston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Helston
Most Plymouth to Helston trains use the Plymouth to Camborne station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Helston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Helston
Which Plymouth station do trains to Helston leave from?
Trains from Plymouth to Helston leave from Plymouth. The station is 1 km from Plymouth city centre at Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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