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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Cardiff is to bus which costs £55 - £130 and takes 12h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 5m and costs £60 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Quay Street, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Hyndland, Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Cardiff?

The distance between Helensburgh and Cardiff is 403 miles. The road distance is 395.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £100 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Helensburgh to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cardiff bus from?

Helensburgh to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cardiff train from?

Helensburgh to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cardiff is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £100 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Cardiff bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Cardiff train arrive?

Helensburgh to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Cardiff is 396 miles. It takes approximately 7h 32m to drive from Helensburgh to Cardiff.

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

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Helensburgh to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Helensburgh to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 17m
£109–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
12h 35m
£59–121
Drive 393.4 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Cardiffcar 393.4 mi
7h 32m
£96–138
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 5m
£63–176
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 26m
£143–251
Train #2
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
10h 5m
£259–381
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 12m
£90–201
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 20m
£96–199
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 12m
£143–437
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 42m
£123–277

Helensburgh to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 401.1 mi
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Helensburgh, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Cardiff Central via Hyndland, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 8h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Sophia Gardens via Quay Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 35m.

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