The average train between Balloch and Bothwell takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is an hourly train service from Balloch to Bothwell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Balloch and Bothwell. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balloch is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Bothwell at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Bothwell. However, there are services departing from Balloch station and arriving at Bothwell station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Balloch to Bothwell train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Balloch station.
Balloch to Bothwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Blantyre station.
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The distance between Balloch and Bothwell is 38.9 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Balloch to Blantyre via Dalmuir in around 1h 25m.