What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley is to bus via Middlesbrough which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via County Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Helmsley?

The distance between Edinburgh and Helmsley is 202 miles. The road distance is 170.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Helmsley without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helmsley bus from?

Edinburgh to Helmsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helmsley bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Helmsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Helmsley is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Edinburgh to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 834+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Edinburgh to Helmsley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Helmsley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
3. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
4h 41m
£58–124
Bus via Middlesbrough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
7h 15m
£24–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
6h 47m
£36–84
Drive 169.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Helmsleycar 169.5 mi
3h 36m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
4h 41m
£61–129

Edinburgh to Helmsley by train and bus

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Helmsley, England?

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Place via Dolphin Centre, Darlington, Northallerton, and County Hall in around 6h 47m.

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