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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Helensburgh is to bus which costs £17 - £24 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at King Street via Bus Station and Tarbet Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Dumbarton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Helensburgh?

The distance between Mallaig and Helensburgh is 147 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Mallaig to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Helensburgh bus from?

Mallaig to Helensburgh bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Helensburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Helensburgh is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £24 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Mallaig to Helensburgh bus arrive?

Mallaig to Helensburgh bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Helensburgh train arrive?

Mallaig to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumbarton Central station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Helensburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Mallaig to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Dumbarton Centraltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
5h 26m
£37–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hotel car parkbus 915
5h 32m
£18–24
Drive 126.7 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Helensburghcar 126.7 mi
2h 38m
£31–45

Mallaig to Helensburgh by train

17Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.5 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Helensburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Mallaig to Dumbarton Central twice daily. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to King Street via Bus Station and Tarbet Hotel in around 5h 32m.

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