What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Helensburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Helensburgh is to bus and train which costs £14 - £18 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Helensburgh?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Ayr to Helensburgh?

The distance between Ayr and Helensburgh is 64 miles. The road distance is 54 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Helensburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £17 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Helensburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Ayr to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Helensburgh train from?

Ayr to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Ayr to Helensburgh is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £17 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Ayr to Helensburgh train arrive?

Ayr to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Helensburgh is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Ayr to Helensburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Helensburgh?

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

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Ayr to Helensburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ayr to Helensburgh by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2h 5m
£17–22
Drive 53.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ayr to Helensburgh53.7 mi
1h 9m
£14–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2h 14m
£15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
3h 2m

Ayr to Helensburgh by train and foot

203Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ayr to Helensburgh.

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Distance: 63.7 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Helensburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Ayr to Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Helensburgh Central via Waterloo Lane, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 3h 2m.

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