The average train between Helensburgh and York takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Helensburgh to York. 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 hourly between Helensburgh and York. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 9:32 PM which arrives into York at 11:13 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to York. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at York station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Helensburgh to York train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.
Helensburgh to York train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Helensburgh to York train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Helensburgh and York is 325.6 km. The road distance is 431 km.
You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to York via Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 33m.