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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Inverness is to bus which costs £16 - £45 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Inverness is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Union Street via Bowie Street, Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Inverness via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Inverness?

The distance between Helensburgh and Inverness is 202 miles. The road distance is 148.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Helensburgh to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Inverness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Inverness train from?

Helensburgh to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Inverness?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Inverness is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £45 and takes 5h.

Where does the Helensburgh to Inverness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Inverness train arrive?

Helensburgh to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Inverness is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Helensburgh to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Helensburgh to Inverness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Helensburgh to Inverness by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 58m
£32–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
5h
£16–44
Drive 147.7 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Invernesscar 147.7 mi
3h 6m
£37–53
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
5h 34m
£24–72
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bowie Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Streetbus E8
6h 1m

Helensburgh to Inverness by train

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Distance: 200.7 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–80 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £7–19 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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