The average train between Dundee and Helmsdale takes 13h 4m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundee 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 twice daily between Dundee and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 4:04 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.
Dundee to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
Book your Dundee to Helmsdale train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Dundee and Helmsdale is 187.7 km. The road distance is 444 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 7h 10m.
