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Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central train prices and times
Planning a journey from Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €27.46, with average prices for this route around €27.46. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:56 Edinburgh Gateway | 15:15 Helensburgh Central |  | Find Tickets |
13:28 Edinburgh Gateway | 15:44 Helensburgh Central | | Find Tickets |
13:54 Edinburgh Gateway | 16:15 Helensburgh Central | | Find Tickets |
14:28 Edinburgh Gateway | 16:43 Helensburgh Central | | Find Tickets |
14:53 Edinburgh Gateway | 17:13 Helensburgh Central | | Find Tickets |
15:26 Edinburgh Gateway | 17:42 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central train route details
First train
03:36
Last train
23:25
Journey time
1h 52m
Distance
89 km
Price
€27.46*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central
Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Edinburgh Gateway to Helensburgh Central train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.