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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Girvan is to train and bus which costs £18 - £25 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Girvan is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Girvan?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Girvan. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Wesley Road via Quay Street, West Regent Lane and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Girvan?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Girvan. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Girvan via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Girvan?

The distance between Helensburgh and Girvan is 85 miles. The road distance is 75.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Girvan without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 9m and costs £18 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Helensburgh to Girvan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Girvan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Girvan train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Girvan?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Girvan is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £25 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Girvan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Girvan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Girvan?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Girvan is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Helensburgh to Girvan.

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

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Where can I stay near Girvan?

There are 150+ hotels available in Girvan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Girvan 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
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Ailsa Street Eastbus 58 / ...
3h 9m
£18–24
Train
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Girvantrain
3h 25m
£25–30
Drive 75.2 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Girvancar 75.2 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Wesley Roadbus 58 / ...
4h 9m

Helensburgh to Girvan by train, foot, and bus

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.7 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Girvan via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Wesley Road via Quay Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, West Regent Lane, and Ayr Bus Station in around 4h 9m.

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