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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Helensburgh
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
6 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
584 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Helensburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Helensburgh will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Helensburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 584 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:036h41London14:44Helensburgh£881One-way0 changes- 7:306h45London14:15Helensburgh£921One-way0 changes
- 8:036h41London14:44Helensburgh£881One-way0 changes
- 7:306h45London14:15Helensburgh£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Helensburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Helensburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 584 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Helensburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Helensburgh trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:30 London | 6h45 | 14:15 Helensburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:03 London | 6h41 | 14:44 Helensburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Helensburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Helensburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 584 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 584 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Helensburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Helensburgh from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Helensburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Helensburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Helensburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Helensburgh
Most London to Helensburgh trains use the London Euston to Helensburgh Central station pair, with some services arriving at Craigendoran. Use this guide to compare London and Helensburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Helensburgh station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Helensburgh Central from Helensburgh city centre
Helensburgh Central train station facilities and services
Helensburgh Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helensburgh Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Helensburgh Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helensburgh Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helensburgh Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helensburgh Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helensburgh Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Craigendoran from Helensburgh city centre
Craigendoran is 1 km from Helensburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Craigendoran train station facilities and services
Craigendoran has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Craigendoran: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Craigendoran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Craigendoran: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Helensburgh Upper from Helensburgh city centre
Helensburgh Upper train station facilities and services
Helensburgh Upper has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helensburgh Upper.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helensburgh Upper: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Helensburgh Upper: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helensburgh Upper: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramp to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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