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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Helmsdale to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Helmsdale to Edinburgh

Cheapest
4 h 8 min
Car
353 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$48.10–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
enquiries@parksofhamilton.co.uk
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Petrol Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$30.38

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$60.76–$291.13

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$531.63

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$531.63

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$126.58–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$41.77
Train from Helmsdale to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$82.28

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$82.28–$107.59

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Helmsdale and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmsdale station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Petrol Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Inverness Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Helmsdale and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Helmsdale to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Helmsdale and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

The distance between Helmsdale and Edinburgh is 367 km. The road distance is 355 km.

How do I travel from Helmsdale to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus from?

Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Petrol Station.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Edinburgh train from?

Helmsdale to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helmsdale station.

Train or bus from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $195.65 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Helmsdale to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Helmsdale to Edinburgh train arrive?

Helmsdale to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsdale to Edinburgh is 355 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Helmsdale to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Helmsdale to Edinburgh?

Book your Helmsdale to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2179+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $42.71 per night.
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