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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Plymouth Coach Station | Helston Coach Stop (Methodist Church) | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Plymouth Coach Station | Helston Coach Stop (Methodist Church) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Plymouth Coach Station | Helston Coach Stop (Methodist Church) | No tags | ||||
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Get from Plymouth to Helston
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 29740 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £9
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Plymouth to Helston
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Plymouth to Helston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Plymouth to Helston start from £9. The average price for this route is around £9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Plymouth to Helston?
The average bus journey time from Plymouth to Helston is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 54 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Plymouth to Helston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plymouth to Helston?
The earliest bus departs from Plymouth to Helston at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plymouth to Helston?
A bus journey from Plymouth to Helston produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Helston was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plymouth to Helston as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £13 for a bus ticket from Plymouth to Helston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-30.
