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 £60 - £120 and takes 11h 39m.

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 5h 8m and costs £65 - £190.

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, Glasgow Central Low Level and Hyndland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

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 7h 51m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m 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 7h 51m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 11h 39m.

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 32m 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?

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Cardiff to Helensburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 51m
£122–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Lordswood Rdbus 111
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
11h 39m
£60–116
Drive 392.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Helensburghcar 392.8 mi
7h 32m
£96–139
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Centraltrain
5h 8m
£65–183
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 56m
£145–256
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Centraltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
9h 52m
£258–372
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Helensburgh Centraltrain
6h 16m
£92–200
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 52m
£97–201
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
6h 25m
£147–458
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
7h 3m
£129–278

Cardiff to Helensburgh by train

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7h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Helensburgh.

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Distance: 401.2 mi
Duration: 7h 51m

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, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Hyndland in around 7h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Helensburgh Central via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, Buchanan Bus Station, St Enoch subway, Swindon Street, and Dalmuir in around 11h 39m.

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