The average train between Derby and Helensburgh takes 7h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Helensburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Derby and Helensburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Helensburgh at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Helensburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.
Derby to Helensburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Helensburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Helensburgh Central station.
Book your Derby to Helensburgh train tickets online with Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Derby and Helensburgh is 402 km. The road distance is 590 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Helensburgh Central via Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 48m.