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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Dunfermline is to train and bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Bus Station via Bowie Street, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Dunfermline?

The distance between Helensburgh and Dunfermline is 63 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Dunfermline without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 16m and costs £12 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Helensburgh to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Dunfermline bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Dunfermline is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Dunfermline bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Dunfermline train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Dunfermline is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Helensburgh to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Dunfermline 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 North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2h 16m
£12–20
Train
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 Dunfermline Towntrain
2h 45m
£23–35
Drive 59.6 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Dunfermlinecar 59.6 mi
1h 19m
£15–21
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 / ...
3h 22m

Helensburgh to Dunfermline by train, foot, and bus

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Dunfermline Town via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Bus Station via Bowie Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 3h 22m.

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