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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Lanark is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Lanark is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Hunters Close via Bowie Street, Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Lanark?

The distance between Helensburgh and Lanark is 52 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £16 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Helensburgh to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Lanark?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Lanark is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £16 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Lanark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Lanark is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Helensburgh to Lanark.

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

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

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Helensburgh to Lanark - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 240 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
2h 5m
£16–20
Drive 49.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Lanarkcar 49.1 mi
1h 11m
£12–18
Train, line 240 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Bellgrovetrain
2. Take the bus from Sword Street to Pollock Streetbus 240
3. Take the bus from Pollock Street to Hunters Closebus 41 / ...
2h 51m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helensburgh to Lanarktaxi 49.1 mi
1h 11m
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bowie Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
3h 32m

Helensburgh to Lanark by train and foot

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Lanark via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Hunters Close via Bowie Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 32m.

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