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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at The Fountain via Bowie Street, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Helensburgh and Cowdenbeath is 89 miles. The road distance is 64.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 57m and costs £22 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bowie Street station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 57m and costs £22 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath.

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

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Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
2h 57m
£22–38
Drive 64.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Cowdenbeathcar 64.6 mi
1h 29m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bowie Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The Fountainbus X27
4h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
3h 15m
£23–52

Helensburgh to Cowdenbeath by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to The Fountain via Bowie Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 4h 10m.

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