What is the cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Lanark?

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Lanark is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Lanark?

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Lanark is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Quay Street and arriving at Hunters Close via Waterloo Lane and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Dumbarton to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Lanark?

The distance between Dumbarton and Lanark is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dumbarton to Lanark without a car?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £16 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Dumbarton to Lanark?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Dumbarton to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Lanark bus from?

Dumbarton to Lanark bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Lanark train from?

Dumbarton to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Lanark?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Lanark is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £16 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Lanark bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Lanark bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Hielenman's Umbrella station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Lanark train arrive?

Dumbarton to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Lanark is 41 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Dumbarton to Lanark.

How do I get a train ticket from Dumbarton to Lanark?

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

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Dumbarton to Lanark - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Dumbarton to Lanark by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
2h 2m
£16–85
Drive 41.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Lanarkcar 41.1 mi
57 min
£10–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
2h 25m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbarton to Lanarktaxi 41.1 mi
57 min
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
2h 55m

Dumbarton to Lanark by train and foot

217Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.1 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Lanark, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumbarton Central to Lanark via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Quay Street to Hunters Close via Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 55m.

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