What is the cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at King Street via Quay Street, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The distance between Helensburgh and Shotts is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

How do I travel from Helensburgh to Shotts without a car?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Helensburgh to Shotts?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Helensburgh to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Shotts bus from?

Helensburgh to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Shotts train from?

Helensburgh to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Helensburgh to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Shotts is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Helensburgh to Shotts.

How do I get a train ticket from Helensburgh to Shotts?

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Helensburgh to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Shotts by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low LevelHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 48m
£17–18
Drive 42.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Shotts42.4 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrella1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kirk Road Service StationX11
3h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helensburgh to Shotts42.4 mi
1h 1m
£90–110

Helensburgh to Shotts by train and foot

188Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Helensburgh, Scotland and Shotts, Scotland?

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Shotts via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to King Street via Quay Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, and Kirk Road Service Station in around 3h 29m.

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