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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Leith is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Leith is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Quay Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Leith?

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 Leith?

The distance between Helensburgh and Leith is 66 miles. The road distance is 70.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Leith without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £26.

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

The train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Leith?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Leith is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Leith bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at James Watt Street station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Leith train arrive?

Helensburgh to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Leith is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Helensburgh to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Helensburgh to Leith - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Helensburgh to Leith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2h 4m
£24–26
Drive 69.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Leith69.7 mi
1h 37m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to James Watt Street1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
3h 29m

Helensburgh to Leith by train

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Distance: 65.5 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £24–26 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Quay Street, James Watt Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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