What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley and Helensburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Helensburgh Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Helensburgh is 66 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Central takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh train from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 40m.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Waverley and Helensburgh?

Helensburgh is 1h behind Edinburgh Waverley. It is currently 5:38 PM in Edinburgh Waverley and 4:38 PM in Helensburgh.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh train arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helensburgh Central station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh?

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 421+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central
2h 5m
£24–25
Drive 68 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh68 mi
1h 32m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
3h 40m

Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh by train

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.6 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Helensburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Central hourly. Tickets cost £24–25 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Central via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 3h 40m.

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