Southport to Helensburgh Central by train
| First train | 05:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 06:26 | |
| Departure station | Southport | |
| Arrival station | Helensburgh Central | |
| Journey time | From 5h 19m | |
| Distance | 177 miles (285 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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How to travel from Southport to Helensburgh Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Southport to Helensburgh Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Southport and Helensburgh Central, which usually take 5 hours 49 minutes to complete the 177 miles (285 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Helensburgh Central by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both ScotRail and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Southport to Helensburgh Central if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Helensburgh Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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