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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Dunbar is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Dunbar is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at High Street via Quay Street, Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Dunbar via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Dunbar?

The distance between Helensburgh and Dunbar is 95 miles. The road distance is 97.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £28 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Helensburgh to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Dunbar is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £28 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Dunbar bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Dunbar bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at James Watt Street station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Dunbar train arrive?

Helensburgh to Dunbar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Dunbar is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Helensburgh to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DunbarEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 4m
£29–34
Drive 96.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Dunbar96.5 mi
1h 54m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to James Watt Street1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to High StreetX7
4h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to High StreetX7 / ...
3h 24m
£30–31

Helensburgh to Dunbar by train

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Distance: 94.2 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Dunbar via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to High Street via Quay Street, James Watt Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 4h 50m.

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