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

The cheapest way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £24 - £60 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Helmsdale and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmsdale station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Petrol Station and arriving at George Street via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Helmsdale and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Helmsdale to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Helmsdale and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

The distance between Helmsdale and Edinburgh is 229 miles. The road distance is 221.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus from?

Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Petrol Station.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Helmsdale to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsdale to Edinburgh is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Helmsdale to Edinburgh.

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

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Helmsdale to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George Streetbus E9
5h 47m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
5h 50m
£24–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 7m
£38–101
Drive 219.9 mi
1. Drive from Helmsdale to Edinburghcar 219.9 mi
4h 11m
£54–78
Bus, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane INV - EDI
8h 32m
£68–231
Train
1. Take the train from Helmsdale to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
7h 4m
£30–138
Bus, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 20m
£105–316

Helmsdale to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Petrol Station to George Street via Bus Station Stance 3 and Union Street in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Helmsdale to Edinburgh Waverley via Inverness in around 7h 4m.

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