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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 58m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Crewe and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Helensburgh?

The distance between Cardiff and Helensburgh is 404 miles. The road distance is 395.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 8h and costs £65 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Helensburgh train from?

Cardiff to Helensburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh is to train which takes 8h and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Helensburgh train arrive?

Cardiff to Helensburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Helensburgh is 395 miles. It takes approximately 7h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 763+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

Cardiff to Helensburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
8h
£65–226
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
12h 10m
£32–44
Drive 392.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Helensburgh392.8 mi
7h 28m
£98–141
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Central
4h 58m
£48–127
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
13h 33m
£35–71
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Central
6h 4m
£75–157
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 51m
£65–205
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Central
6h 4m
£99–220
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
6h 4m
£123–363

Cardiff to Helensburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 401.8 mi
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Helensburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Helensburgh Central via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 8h. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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