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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Dumfries is to train and bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Academy Street via Quay Street, Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Dumfries via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Dumfries?

The distance between Helensburgh and Dumfries is 105 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Dumfries without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £17 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Helensburgh to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Dumfries bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Dumfries train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Dumfries is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £30 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Dumfries bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Dumfries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Dumfries is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Helensburgh to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy Streetbus X74
3h 21m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 37m
£30–34
Drive 98.6 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Dumfriescar 98.6 mi
1h 58m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy Streetbus X74
4h 30m

Helensburgh to Dumfries by train and foot

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Dumfries via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Academy Street via Quay Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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