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

The cheapest way to get from Helmsley to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helmsley to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £150 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Helmsley and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Helmsley to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Northallerton and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Helmsley to Edinburgh?

The distance between Helmsley and Edinburgh is 196 miles. The road distance is 170.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helmsley to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Helmsley to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsley to Edinburgh train from?

Helmsley to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Helmsley to Edinburgh train arrive?

Helmsley to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Helmsley to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsley to Edinburgh is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Helmsley to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2813+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Helmsley to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Helmsley to Edinburgh by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 1m
£155–236
Drive 169.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helmsley to Edinburghcar 169.5 mi
3h 36m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Roadbus 31X
2. Take the train from York to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 51m
£68–133

Helmsley to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 194.9 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Helmsley, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 1h 59m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route hourly.

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