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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Edinburgh is to train which costs £16 - £25 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Princes Street via Quay Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Edinburgh?

The distance between Helensburgh and Edinburgh is 69 miles. The road distance is 68.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 47m and costs £23 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Helensburgh to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 47m and costs £23 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Gallery of Modern Art station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Edinburgh is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Helensburgh to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Edinburgh 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 Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 47m
£23–27
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2h 4m
£16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Gallery of Modern Artbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
3h 32m
Drive 68.3 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Edinburghcar 68.3 mi
1h 32m
£17–24

Helensburgh to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 69 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Princes Street via Quay Street, Gallery of Modern Art, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 32m.

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