The average train between Aberdeen and Helmsdale takes 6h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Helmsdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Aberdeen and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 8:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.
Aberdeen to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
Book your Aberdeen to Helmsdale train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Aberdeen and Helmsdale is 142.3 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 5h 50m.
