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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Helmsdale

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Helmsdale

Cheapest
4 h 8 min
Car
353 km.
from $19
Other
6 h 31 min
Train, Bus
242 km.
from $176.17
6 h 35 min
242 km.
from $72.72
6 h 38 min
242 km.
from $76.26
7 h 19 min
242 km.
from $207.70

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
enquiries@parksofhamilton.co.uk
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Belgrave
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$31.64

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Helmsdale
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$82.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale is to bus which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Belgrave Hotel via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Helmsdale via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Helmsdale?

The distance between Edinburgh and Helmsdale is 409 km. The road distance is 354.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 31m and costs $76.09 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus from?

Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Helmsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Helmsdale?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Helmsdale is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $43.48 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $239.13 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Helmsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Helmsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Helmsdale is 355 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Helmsdale.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Helmsdale train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Helmsdale?

There are 61+ hotels available in Helmsdale. Prices start at $62.74 per night.
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