The average train between Linlithgow and Helmsdale takes 8h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Linlithgow to Helmsdale. 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 3 times a day between Linlithgow and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linlithgow is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Stirling and take an average of 8h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 37m • 2 changes


6h 14m • 2 changes
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14h 16m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Linlithgow to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Linlithgow station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.
Linlithgow to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Linlithgow to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
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The distance between Linlithgow and Helmsdale is 237.9 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Linlithgow to Helmsdale via Stirling and Inverness in around 8h.