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Trip Summary
There are 19 daily trains from Glasgow to Balloch. Traveling by train from Glasgow to Balloch usually takes around 46 minutes, but the fastest ScotRail train can make the trip in 28 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (26 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 28m |
| Lowest price | $8.87 |
| Trains per day | 83 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Glasgow to Balloch?
ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Glasgow to Balloch. However, there are 19 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScotRail | 19 | 0h 46m | $10.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Glasgow to Balloch. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday 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 19 scheduled trains on most days. 83 of these are direct connections to Balloch. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Balloch 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: Hyndland Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 11 stops and stations in Glasgow where you can board the train.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Hyndland Station
Charing Cross Train Station
Bellgrove Station
High Street Station
Partick
Drumchapel
Anniesland Station
Springburn Station
Garscadden
Jordanhill Station
Scotstounhill
Where is the train station in Balloch?
Main arrival station: Balloch Station
Balloch has one train station.
Train stations in Balloch:
Balloch Station
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