Bus2Train

Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston

Updated: March 30, 2024 06:17 PM
Helston

Traveling from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston

Language

The official language of Sortosville-en-Beaumont is French. The official language of Helston is English.

Currency

The currency of Sortosville-en-Beaumont is the Euro (€). The currency of Helston is the British Pound Sterling (£).

Distance

The distance between Sortosville-en-Beaumont and Helston is approximately 320 kilometers (200 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Helston from Sortosville-en-Beaumont:

  • By car: The drive takes about 5 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Sortosville-en-Beaumont and Helston. You can take a train from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Cherbourg, then a ferry from Cherbourg to Poole, and then a train from Poole to Helston.
  • By bus: There is no direct bus service between Sortosville-en-Beaumont and Helston. You can take a bus from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Cherbourg, then a ferry from Cherbourg to Poole, and then a bus from Poole to Helston.
  • By plane: The nearest airport to Helston is Newquay Airport (NQY). You can fly from Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport (CER) to Newquay Airport, and then take a bus or train from Newquay to Helston.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose and the time of year you travel. However, here are some approximate costs:

  • By car: The cost of gas will vary depending on the price of gas at the time of your trip. However, you can expect to pay around €50-€100 for gas.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Cherbourg is around €20. The cost of a ferry ticket from Cherbourg to Poole is around €40. The cost of a train ticket from Poole to Helston is around £20.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Cherbourg is around €10. The cost of a ferry ticket from Cherbourg to Poole is around €20. The cost of a bus ticket from Poole to Helston is around £10.
  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport to Newquay Airport will vary depending on the time of year you travel. However, you can expect to pay around €100-€200 for a plane ticket.

Best Time to Go

The best time to visit Helston is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is warmest and driest. However, Helston is a popular tourist destination, so it is important to book your accommodations and activities in advance.

What to Eat

Helston is known for its traditional Cornish cuisine. Here are some of the most popular dishes to try:

  • Cornish pasty: A pastry filled with meat, potatoes, and vegetables.
  • Cream tea: A traditional afternoon tea served with scones, clotted cream, and jam.
  • Stargazy pie: A pie made with pilchards (a type of fish) that are arranged in a circle with their heads sticking out of the pie crust.
  • Hevva cake: A traditional Cornish cake made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and spices.

Where to Go

Helston is a small town with a lot to offer visitors. Here are some of the most popular places to visit:

  • The Flambards Experience: A theme park with rides, attractions, and exhibits.
  • The Eden Project: A botanical garden with biomes that recreate different climates from around the world.
  • The Lost Gardens of Heligan: A beautiful garden with a variety of plants and flowers.
  • The Tate St Ives: A modern art gallery.

FAQs

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston:

  • How long is the drive from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston?
    The drive takes about 5 hours.
  • Is there a direct train from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston?
    No, there is no direct train service between Sortosville-en-Beaumont and Helston.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston?
    The cost of traveling from Sortosville-en-Beaumont to Helston will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose and the time of year you travel.
  • What is the best time to visit Helston?
    The best time to visit Helston is during the summer months (June-August).

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

Trips from Sortosville-en-Beaumont


Trips to Helston