The average train between Glasgow and Helmsdale takes 7h 58m and the fastest train takes 5h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.
Glasgow to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Glasgow to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
Book your Glasgow to Helmsdale train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Glasgow and Helmsdale is 253 km. The road distance is 447 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 6h 52m.