Plymouth to Helston train with Great Western Rail

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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 £16.

Distance: 86 km

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£16

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£11

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1h 57m

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1h 27m

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30m

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3h 6m

Average total duration

2h 36m

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Compare prices and tickets Plymouth to Helston by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Helston

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Trains from Plymouth to Helston run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 14 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 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
86 km
Average train duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
05:24
Last train
21:56
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Plymouth to Helston trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Plymouth and Helston from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 40m
Cheapest Price
£16
Great Western Rail frequency
16 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
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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.

FAQs
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 do a day trip from Plymouth to Helston. The journey takes 1h 40m, covering a distance of 86 km, with a frequency of 21 train trips per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Helston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £16.
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.
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 cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Helston is by coach, costing approximately £9.
The train journey from Plymouth to Helston covers a distance of 86 km and takes approximately 1h 40m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to Helston is 86 km.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Helston is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Redruth station (RED).
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 21 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Plymouth and Helston. The service operates 14 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Helston.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Helston.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Helston.
To get from Plymouth to Helston, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Helston

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Helston
PlymouthWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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ParkingParking
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information
address
Address
Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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