What is the cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

The distance between Helensburgh and Aberdeen is 168 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

How do I travel from Helensburgh to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen without a car is to bus via Dundee which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Aberdeen bus from?

Helensburgh to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Aberdeen train from?

Helensburgh to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Aberdeen is to bus via Dundee which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 4h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £280 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Aberdeen train arrive?

Helensburgh to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Aberdeen is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Helensburgh to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Helensburgh to Aberdeen?

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Bus via Dundee
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 14m
£37–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Buchanan Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 27m
£24–40
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 18m
£75–148
Drive 148.3 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Aberdeencar 148.3 mi
2h 47m
£37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane GLA - ABZ
5h 36m
£87–280

Helensburgh to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Union Square Bus Station via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Buchanan Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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