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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Belgrave Hotel via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Helmsdale via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Helmsdale?

The distance between Edinburgh and Helmsdale is 235 miles. The road distance is 221.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus from?

Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helmsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Helmsdale?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helmsdale train arrive?

Edinburgh to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Helmsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Helmsdale is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Helmsdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Helmsdale?

There are 223+ hotels available in Helmsdale.

Edinburgh to Helmsdale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Belgrave HotelE6
6h 26m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Belgrave HotelX99
6h 47m
£23–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Belgrave HotelE6
6h 43m
Drive 220.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Helmsdale220.3 mi
4h 12m
£54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to HelmsdaleInverness - Wick
7h 20m
£47–129

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale.

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Distance: 233.9 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Belgrave Hotel via Union Street in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 7h 20m.

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