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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Helensburgh is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh 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 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Helensburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Helensburgh is 66 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £25.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Central takes 2h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helensburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helensburgh is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helensburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Helensburgh is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Edinburgh to Helensburgh.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Helensburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 766+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 6m
£24–25
Drive 67.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Helensburgh67.6 mi
1h 31m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
3h 17m

Edinburgh to Helensburgh by train

222Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helensburgh Central hourly. Tickets cost £24–25 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Helensburgh Central via Buchanan Bus Station, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 3h 17m.

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