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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Helensburgh is to bus via Meikle Earnock which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Helensburgh is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £24 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Preston to Helensburgh?

The distance between Preston and Helensburgh is 214 miles. The road distance is 206.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Helensburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £24 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Preston to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Helensburgh train from?

Preston to Helensburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Preston to Helensburgh is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £24 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Meikle Earnock, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Preston to Helensburgh train arrive?

Preston to Helensburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Preston to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Helensburgh is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Preston to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

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Preston to Helensburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Helensburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
3h 31m
£25–114
Bus via Meikle Earnock
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station181
5h 43m
£38–51
Drive 205 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Helensburgh205 mi
3h 35m
£51–74
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
6h 16m
£72–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
6h 1m
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
6h 3m
£86–188
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h 2m
£49–172

Preston to Helensburgh by train and foot

214Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Helensburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Preston to Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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