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How to get fromHelensburgh to Rothesayby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Helensburgh to Rothesay by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

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    1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Particktrain train
    2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wemyss Baytrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm3
    3h 42m
    £23–51

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Colquhoun Square to Kilcreggan Pierbus bus 316
    2. Take the ferry from Kilcreggan Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm3
    4h 12m

Helensburgh to Rothesay by train and ferry

Calendar92Weekly Services
Duration3h 42mAverage Duration
Ticket£23Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 59.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Helensburgh to Rothesay. However, you can take the train to Partick, take the train to Glasgow Central Low Level, walk to Glasgow Central, take the train to Wemyss Bay, walk to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Rothesay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colquhoun Square to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Kilcreggan Pier, Kilcreggan Ferry Terminal, Gourock Ferry Terminal, Gourock Rail Station, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 4h 12m.

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