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

The cheapest way to get from Girvan to Helensburgh is to bus and train which costs £18 - £25 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Girvan to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Girvan and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Girvan to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Girvan and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Girvan to Helensburgh?

The distance between Girvan and Helensburgh is 85 miles. The road distance is 75.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Girvan to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Girvan to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Girvan to Helensburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Girvan to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Girvan to Helensburgh is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Girvan to Helensburgh train arrive?

Girvan to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Girvan to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Girvan to Helensburgh is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Girvan to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 765+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

Girvan to Helensburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 58 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Girvan to Helensburgh by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Girvan to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Central
2h 49m
£23–31
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Ayr Bus Station58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath StreetX77
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Central
3h 36m
£18–24
Drive 75.4 mi
1. Drive from Girvan to Helensburgh75.4 mi
1h 32m
£19–27
Line 58 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Killoch Place58 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh Central
3h 28m
£19–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Ayr Bus Station58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77
3. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
4h 21m

Girvan to Helensburgh by train and foot

89Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Girvan to Helensburgh Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Helensburgh Central via Ayr Bus Station, Waterloo Lane, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 4h 21m.

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