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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Helensburgh is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Prestwick to Helensburgh?

The distance between Prestwick and Helensburgh is 55 miles. The road distance is 51.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Helensburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 59m and costs £15 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Prestwick to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Helensburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Helensburgh is to train which takes 2h and costs £20 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Prestwick to Helensburgh train arrive?

Prestwick to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Helensburgh is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Prestwick to Helensburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

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Prestwick to Helensburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwick to Helensburgh by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Bath Street4 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 59m
£15–19
Drive 50.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Helensburgh50.8 mi
1h 3m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Helensburgh CentralEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2h
£21–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Central Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Townend Road1A
2h 46m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Helensburgh50.8 mi
1h 3m
£100–130

Prestwick to Helensburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 55.1 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Helensburgh Central via Central Station, St Enoch subway, Townend Road, and Dumbarton Central in around 2h 46m.

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