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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Elie is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Elie is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Elie?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Elie. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at High Street via Shopping Centre Entrance, Buchanan Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Elie?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Elie. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Leven via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Elie?

The distance between Helensburgh and Elie is 107 miles. The road distance is 87.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Elie without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Helensburgh to Elie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Elie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Elie train from?

Helensburgh to Elie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Elie?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Elie is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Elie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Elie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Elie?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Elie is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Helensburgh to Elie.

Where can I stay near Elie?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Elie.

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There are 3 ways to get from Helensburgh to Elie by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
4h 15m
£40–67
Drive 86.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Eliecar 86.6 mi
1h 58m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Mitchell Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park & Ridebus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Park & Ride to High Streetbus X61
6h 39m
£25–35

Helensburgh to Elie by train and bus

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Distance: 106.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to High Street via Haymarket, Leven, and Bus Station in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to High Street via Shopping Centre Entrance, Mitchell Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Park & Ride in around 6h 39m.

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