What is the cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay is to bus via Perth which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay?

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Cove Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Cove Bay. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Loirston Road via Shopping Centre Entrance, Buchanan Bus Station and Guild Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Cove Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Cove Bay. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Aberdeen via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Cove Bay?

The distance between Helensburgh and Cove Bay is 179 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

How do I travel from Helensburgh to Cove Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cove Bay bus from?

Helensburgh to Cove Bay bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Shopping Centre Entrance station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Cove Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Cove Bay?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Cove Bay bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Cove Bay bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Mitchell Street station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Cove Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Cove Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Cove Bay is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Helensburgh to Cove Bay.

Where can I stay near Cove Bay?

There are 679+ hotels available in Cove Bay.

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There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Cove Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 37m
£69–137
Bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Streetbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Perth South Street to Aberdeen Cove Baybus Ember
6h 16m
£27–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Mitchell Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 48m
£31–47
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Cove Baycar 146 mi
2h 45m
£36–52

Helensburgh to Cove Bay by train and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Helensburgh, Scotland and Cove Bay, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Loirston Road via Shopping Centre Entrance, Mitchell Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, and Guild Street in around 5h 48m.

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