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

The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Helensburgh is to bus and train which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunbar to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Dunbar and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Dunbar to Helensburgh?

The distance between Dunbar and Helensburgh is 98 miles. The road distance is 97.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunbar to Helensburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Dunbar to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Helensburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunbar to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Dunbar to Helensburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Dunbar to Helensburgh train arrive?

Dunbar to Helensburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunbar to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbar to Helensburgh is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Dunbar to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 453+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

Dunbar to Helensburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dunbar to Helensburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Centraltrain
2h 31m
£30–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Centraltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
2h 50m
£20–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Streetbus X7
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Roadbus 1A
4h 52m
Drive 97.3 mi
1. Drive from Dunbar to Helensburghcar 97.3 mi
1h 54m
£24–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Waterloo Placebus X7 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Centraltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
3h 41m
£21–31

Dunbar to Helensburgh by train

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Distance: 97.8 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Dunbar to Helensburgh Central via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Helensburgh Central via Princes Street, Buchanan Bus Station, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 4h 52m.

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