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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Helensburgh is to bus via Birmingham which costs £55 - £150 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Helensburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 22m and costs £45 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Stafford and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Helensburgh?

The distance between Bournemouth and Helensburgh is 454 miles. The road distance is 455.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 9h 33m and costs £110 - £440.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Bournemouth to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Helensburgh train from?

Bournemouth to Helensburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Helensburgh is to train which takes 9h 33m and costs £110 - £440. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 14h.

Where does the Bournemouth to Helensburgh train arrive?

Bournemouth to Helensburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Helensburgh is 455 miles. It takes approximately 7h 59m to drive from Bournemouth to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

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Bournemouth to Helensburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Bournemouth to Helensburgh by train, plane, 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 to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Centraltrain
5h 35m
£118–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn10
16h 30m
£43–151
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow Centraltrain Rugby - Glasgow Central / ...
9h 33m
£118–437
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
14h
£57–142
Drive 452.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Helensburghcar 452.7 mi
7h 59m
£111–160
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Centraltrain
4h 22m
£50–199
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
5h 55m
£78–288
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
6h 16m
£74–210
Fly Bournemouth Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Centraltrain
5h 44m
£79–222
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
6h 59m
£68–225
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Centraltrain
8h 7m
£87–275

Bournemouth to Helensburgh by train and foot

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9h 33mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 451.5 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Helensburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Helensburgh Central via Stafford, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 9h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Helensburgh Central via Birmingham Coach Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 14h.

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