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Helensburgh to Aberdeen trains

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The average train between Helensburgh and Aberdeen takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Helensburgh to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 24m
Duration
174 mi
Distance
£81
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain train Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
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£70–115

Helensburgh to Aberdeen train times

Trains run hourly between Helensburgh and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ScotRailSPT SubwayScotRail3h 53m • 2 changes

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    ScotRailSPT SubwayScotRail3h 53m • 2 changes

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    ScotRailSPT SubwayScotRail3h 53m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Helensburgh to Aberdeen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 174.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Helensburgh, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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