The average train between Aviemore and Helmsdale takes 5h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Aviemore 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 3 times a day between Aviemore and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 9:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aviemore is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.
Aviemore to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.
Aviemore to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
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The distance between Aviemore and Helmsdale is 103.2 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a train from Aviemore to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 4h 18m.