How to get from Dumbarton to Helensburgh by train?

From Dumbarton to Helensburgh by train

Take one direct train from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland: take the SCOTRAIL train from Dumbarton Central station to Helensburgh Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min.

16min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Dumbarton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dumbarton
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    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Helensburgh Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station Helensburgh Central
    Ride to train station
    Helensburgh Central
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Dumbarton to Helensburgh by bus

Take one direct bus from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland: take the 1B bus from St Mary's Way, Dumbarton station to Helensburgh Railway Station, Helensburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min.

33min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1B1B
Walk to Helensburgh
Leaves from St Mary's Way, Dumbarton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Mary's Way, Dumbarton
    ID 6080269
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1B1B
    Wait for bus
    1B
    Helensburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Helensburgh Railway Station, Helensburgh
    ID 6070524
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to Helensburgh
    Walk to
    Helensburgh
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dumbarton to Helensburgh

The distance between Dumbarton, Scotland and Helensburgh, Scotland is approximately 8.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 16 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dumbarton to Helensburgh by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Dumbarton

Dumbarton is located at Dumbarton, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Riverside Lane, Dumbarton.

Train stations close to Dumbarton:

  • Dumbarton Central

Bus stations close to Dumbarton:

  • Riverside Lane, Dumbarton
  • Quay Street, Dumbarton
  • St Mary's Way, Dumbarton

Public transport stations close to Helensburgh, Scotland

Helensburgh is located at Helensburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Victoria Halls, Helensburgh.

Train stations close to Helensburgh:

  • Helensburgh Upper

Bus stations close to Helensburgh:

  • Victoria Halls, Helensburgh
  • Argyle Street West, Helensburgh
  • Stafford Street, Helensburgh

Related Routes

From Dumbarton to Helensburgh by bus

Take one direct bus from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland: take the 1B bus from St Mary's Way, Dumbarton station to Helensburgh Railway Station, Helensburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min.

33min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1B1B
Walk to Helensburgh
Leaves from St Mary's Way, Dumbarton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Mary's Way, Dumbarton
    ID 6080269
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1B1B
    Wait for bus
    1B
    Helensburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Helensburgh Railway Station, Helensburgh
    ID 6070524
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to Helensburgh
    Walk to
    Helensburgh
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Helensburgh?

    The fastest way takes 16 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dumbarton to Helensburgh?

    The alternative route takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 1B.

  • Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Helensburgh in Scotland?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland in 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Helensburgh Central station near Dumbarton to Helensburgh Central station near Helensburgh in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Dumbarton and Helensburgh in Scotland by train is about 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dumbarton to get to Helensburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Helensburgh Central station near Dumbarton in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dumbarton and Helensburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Helensburgh Central station, which is closest to Helensburgh in Scotland.

  • When is the last bus from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland?

    The last bus from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland is the Helensburgh or Vale of Leven Hosp - Paisley RAH line. It leaves the St Mary's Way, Dumbarton stop at 21:36.

  • When is the first train from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland?

    The first train from Dumbarton to Helensburgh in Scotland is ScotRail. It leaves the Dumbarton Central station at 07:59.

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