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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Helensburgh is to train and bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Helensburgh is to fly and train which takes 4h 28m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Helensburgh Central via London Euston and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Brighton to Helensburgh?

The distance between Brighton and Helensburgh is 427 miles. The road distance is 479.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs £70 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Brighton to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Helensburgh train from?

Brighton to Helensburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Brighton to Helensburgh is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs £70 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 13h 46m.

Where does the Brighton to Helensburgh train arrive?

Brighton to Helensburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Helensburgh is 479 miles. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Brighton to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 768+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Brighton to Helensburgh by plane, 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.

Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Central
4h 28m
£48–135
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central
7h 54m
£74–244
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to FarringdonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Buchanan Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
12h 14m
£51–137
Drive 476.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Helensburgh476.7 mi
8h 6m
£118–170
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Central
5h 30m
£73–170
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
5h 10m
£97–321
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
5h 41m
£58–190
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
5h 57m
£107–318
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Central
6h 17m
£117–316
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
5h 54m
£62–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
13h 46m
£63–119

Brighton to Helensburgh by train and foot

129Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 424.7 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Helensburgh Central via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Helensburgh Central via Heathrow Terminal 5, Buchanan Bus Station, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 13h 46m.

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