The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Helensburgh Central (HLC) on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
C150169:07 AM2h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:15 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
L87804 · W689088:00 AM2h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:16 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way1 transfer
C150138:36 AM2h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:46 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
C1509410:06 AM2h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:15 PMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
C150919:39 AM2h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:48 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
C150169:07 AM2h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:15 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
C1509410:06 AM2h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:15 PMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
C150919:39 AM2h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:48 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
C150138:36 AM2h10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:46 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way0 transfers
L87804 · W689088:00 AM2h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:16 AMHelensburgh Central (HLC)$351One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 59 miles (96 km)
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$35 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87844 · W68944 | On time 9:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h58 | 11:13 AM Helensburgh Central (HLC) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
L87804 · W68908 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h16 | 10:16 AM Helensburgh Central (HLC) | 1 transfer | |
C15013 | 8:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h10 | 10:46 AM Helensburgh Central (HLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C15016 | 9:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h08 | 11:15 AM Helensburgh Central (HLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 18:31. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (96 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 6:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Helensburgh Central (HLC) from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) 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 Central (HLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:55 - 00:00 Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Available during Ticket Office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on East Princess Street
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