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Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh train prices and times

Planning a journey from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €94.85, with average prices for this route around €96.32. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:13 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	12:43 Helensburgh Central	12h 30m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	13:43 Helensburgh Central	7h 56m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	14:14 Helensburgh Central	8h 27m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	14:45 Helensburgh Central	7h 58m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:12 Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only)	15:15 Helensburgh Central	8h 3m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	15:44 Paris	7h 57m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh train route details

First train

00:13

Last train

22:12

Departure station

Heathrow Airport

Arrival station

Helensburgh

Journey time

7h 27m

Distance

360 miles

Price

€94.85*

Train Operators

Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it 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%.

Trains from Heathrow Airport to Helensburgh from €94.85*

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