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Trip Summary
You can pick from 12 daily train trips between Glasgow and Helensburgh. The average train journey from Glasgow to Helensburgh takes 43 minutes, but some ScotRail train trips are as short as 40 minutes.
| Distance | 21 mi (34 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 40m |
| Lowest price | $13.92 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Glasgow to Helensburgh?
2 train services operate from Glasgow to Helensburgh. ScotRail usually has more trains scheduled, with 11 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caledonian Sleeper | 1 | 0h 43m | $13.92 |
| ScotRail | 11 | 0h 43m | $13.92 |
The Caledonian Sleeper provides an excellent travel option for those journeying between vibrant cities in Scotland and London via an overnight train. With departures available each evening, except on Saturdays, from Euston station in North London, passengers can enjoy a comfortable and convenient mode of transportation to their desired location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Glasgow to Helensburgh. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Glasgow at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Glasgow to Helensburgh.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Helensburgh to Glasgow.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
Main departure station: Glasgow Queen St Station
There is one train station in Glasgow.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Glasgow Queen St Station
Where is the train station in Helensburgh?
Main arrival station: Helensburgh Central Station
Helensburgh receives travelers from Glasgow at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Helensburgh:
Helensburgh Central Station
Helensburgh Upper
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