How much does a train ticket from Glasgow to Helensburgh cost?

The average train ticket price from Glasgow to Helensburgh is $14. The best way to find train tickets from Glasgow to Helensburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Glasgow to Helensburgh?

A train trip between Glasgow and Helensburgh is around 55m, although the fastest train will take about 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Glasgow and Helensburgh?

The number of trains from Glasgow to Helensburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Glasgow to Helensburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Glasgow to Helensburgh?

When taking the train from Glasgow to Helensburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail.

Train Glasgow to Helensburgh from $13

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Glasgow to Helensburgh on September 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:02pm	Glasgow Queen Street	41m	8:43pm	Helensburgh Central	No tags
8:47pm	Glasgow Queen Street	56m	9:43pm	Helensburgh Central	No tags
9:18pm	Glasgow Queen Street	55m	10:13pm	Helensburgh Central	No tags
9:44pm	Pollokshields West	1h 29m	11:13pm	Helensburgh Central	No tags
10:17pm	Glasgow Queen Street	56m	11:13pm	Helensburgh Central	No tags

Train Glasgow to Helensburgh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$14

Average train trip duration55m

Number of daily trains20

Earliest train departure7:01am

Distance22 miles (34 km)

Latest train departure11:54pm

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at $14

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Glasgow to Helensburgh Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/27

$13

09/28

$13

Today

$13

09/30

$13

10/01

$13

10/02

$13

10/03

$13

10/04

$14

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Helensburgh was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Helensburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $14 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Helensburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-10-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Glasgow and Helensburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Helensburgh.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Helensburgh, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Glasgow and Helensburgh, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Glasgow to Helensburgh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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