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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Helmsdale is to train and bus which costs £29 - £100 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Helmsdale is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Leonard Street and arriving at Belgrave Hotel via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Helmsdale via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Perth to Helmsdale?

The distance between Perth and Helmsdale is 186 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Helmsdale without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs £29 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Perth to Helmsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Helmsdale bus from?

Perth to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Leonard Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Helmsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Helmsdale?

The best way to get from Perth to Helmsdale is to bus which takes 5h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £130 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Perth to Helmsdale bus arrive?

Perth to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Perth to Helmsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth to Helmsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Helmsdale is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Perth to Helmsdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Helmsdale?

There are 213+ hotels available in Helmsdale.

Perth to Helmsdale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Perth to Helmsdale 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Perth to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Belgrave HotelX99
5h 10m
£29–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Belgrave HotelE6
5h 12m
Drive 177.1 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Helmsdale177.1 mi
3h 27m
£44–64
Train, bus via Inverness
1. Take the train from Perth to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Belgrave HotelE6
5h 22m
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Belgrave HotelE6
5h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to HelmsdaleInverness - Wick
5h 59m
£36–127

Perth to Helmsdale by train and bus

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5h 10mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Leonard Street to Belgrave Hotel via Union Street in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perth to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 5h 59m.

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