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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Balerno?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Balerno. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Balerno High School via Quay Street, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Balerno?

The distance between Helensburgh and Balerno is 80 miles. The road distance is 64.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Balerno without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £26 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Helensburgh to Balerno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Balerno bus from?

Helensburgh to Balerno bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Balerno?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Balerno is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £26 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Balerno bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Balerno bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Hielenman's Umbrella station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Balerno?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Balerno is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Helensburgh to Balerno.

Where can I stay near Balerno?

There are 2408+ hotels available in Balerno.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh ParkHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2h 47m
£27
Drive 64.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Balerno64.3 mi
1h 24m
£16–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrella1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Station900
3h 47m

Helensburgh to Balerno by train and bus

178Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.3 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Park hourly. Tickets cost £24–25 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Balerno High School via Quay Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, and Haymarket Station in around 3h 47m.

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