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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Helensburgh is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Falkirk High and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Helensburgh?

The distance between Falkirk and Helensburgh is 44 miles. The road distance is 45.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £20 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Falkirk to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Helensburgh train from?

Falkirk to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Falkirk High station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Helensburgh is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £20 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Falkirk to Helensburgh train arrive?

Falkirk to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Helensburgh is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Falkirk to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

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Falkirk to Helensburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Falkirk to Helensburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Falkirk High to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 26m
£20–25
Drive 45 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Falkirk to Helensburgh45 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Falkirk to Helensburgh45 mi
1h 2m
£95–120
Train via Falkirk Grahamston
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Glasgow Queen StreetFalkirk Grahamston - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 46m
£20–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
3h 22m

Falkirk to Helensburgh by train

235Weekly Trains

1h 26mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.7 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk High to Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Helensburgh Central via Buchanan Bus Station, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 3h 22m.

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