Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Helston travel guide

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You're Going to Love Helston

With a population of 9,780, Helston is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Helston to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Helston

Helston in December
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Helston in December
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Helston

Plane

When flying to Helston, you’ll arrive at Penzance (PZE), which is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Helston is to pick up a car hire from Bristol, which is about 150 miles from Helston. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Bristol.

Plane

When flying to Helston, you’ll arrive at Penzance (PZE), which is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Helston is to pick up a car hire from Bristol, which is about 150 miles from Helston. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Bristol.

Airports near Helston

EXTExeter
NQYCornwall Newquay
ISCIsles of Scilly St Mary's

Airlines serving Helston

KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,471 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,152 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,140 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,819 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (281 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (654 reviews)
AccesRail
Loganair
Excellent (18 reviews)
Aurigny Air
Excellent (10 reviews)
Edelweiss Air
Good (34 reviews)
Eastern Airways
Excellent (16 reviews)
Blue Islands
Good (8 reviews)
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Where to stay in Helston

Average rates range from around £105 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £95 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Helston

Most booked hotels in Helston

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Mullion Cove Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£230+
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Housel Bay Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£127+
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Polurrian on the Lizard
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£131+
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The Top House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Cadgwith Cove Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Yha Penzance
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£25+
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Hiring a car in Helston

Hiring a car in Helston costs £43 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.29 per litre in Helston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.40 and £20.54. The most frequently booked car type in Helston is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Helston costs £43 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.29 per litre in Helston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.40 and £20.54. The most frequently booked car type in Helston is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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