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Cheap train tickets and times from Edinburgh to Helensburgh

Showing times and prices for May 27

Cheapest

Fastest Journey

2 h 13 m

Average

2 h 14 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

95 km

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to start from $30 with an average ticket price of $30.

The fastest train from Edinburgh to takes 2h 13m in comparison to an average duration of 2h 14m and covers a distance of 95 km.

2 trains that leave Edinburgh for every day with 2 travelling directly.

Scotrail
06:38AM2h13
Edinburgh
08:51AMHelensburgh
$301One-way
0 transfers
Scotrail
08:58AM2h15
Edinburgh
11:13AMHelensburgh
$301One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Helensburgh

distanceDistance59 miles (95 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 44 min
priceAverage train ticket price$30 (€26)
frequencyTrain frequency25 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 15 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersScotRail

Trains from Edinburgh to Helensburgh cover the 59 miles (95 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 44 min with our travel partners like ScotRail. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $30 (€26), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $29 (€25). Travelers depart most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley and arrive in Helensburgh Central.

Train providers: ScotRail from Edinburgh to Helensburgh trains

Travel from Edinburgh to Helensburgh from $29 (€25) with Omio’s train partners ScotRail! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Train information from Edinburgh to Helensburgh with ScotRail:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 3 min
  • Cheapest Price: $29
  • ScotRail frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Helensburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Helensburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Helensburgh.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Helensburgh can start from as little as $29 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Helensburgh is $30 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Edinburgh to Helensburgh train time is 1 h 44 min   covering the 59 mile (95 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to Helensburgh leaves at 6: 07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to Helensburgh leaves at 8: 15 PM.
Yes, there are 15 direct trains a day from Edinburgh to Helensburgh with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Edinburgh to Helensburgh, you can count on ScotRail for the best way to get you to Helensburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Helensburgh from Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 15 PM.

When departing from Edinburgh, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh Gateway and Edinburgh Park. When arriving in Helensburgh, you can end your journey in train stations like Helensburgh Central, Helensburgh Central or Helensburgh Upper and Helensburgh Upper.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Helensburgh Central, located 0.4 miles (562 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to Helensburgh is November.
Yes, you can take a train between Edinburgh and Helensburgh.

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Helensburgh

Edinburgh
Helensburgh
Edinburgh Waverley is the most popular Edinburgh railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Edinburgh for your trip to Helensburgh.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Edinburgh Park
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
Edinburgh GatewayWifiParkingAccessibility
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Edinburgh Gateway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
Edinburgh, Airport

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