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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Dumbarton is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Dumbarton is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Dumbarton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from York Street and arriving at Riverside Lane. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Dumbarton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and arriving at Dumbarton Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Scotland to Dumbarton?

The distance between Scotland and Dumbarton is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Dumbarton without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £3 - £12.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Dumbarton Central takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Dumbarton bus from?

Scotland to Dumbarton bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from York Street station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Dumbarton train from?

Scotland to Dumbarton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Dumbarton?

The best way to get from Scotland to Dumbarton is to train which takes 38 min and costs £3 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Scotland to Dumbarton bus arrive?

Scotland to Dumbarton bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Riverside Lane station.

Where does the Scotland to Dumbarton train arrive?

Scotland to Dumbarton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumbarton Central station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Dumbarton?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Dumbarton is 14 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Scotland to Dumbarton.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumbarton?

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Scotland to Dumbarton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Dumbarton by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Dumbarton Centraltrain Airdrie - Balloch / ...
38 min
£3–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from York Street to Riverside Lanebus 1 / ...
1h 4m
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Dumbartontaxi 14.2 mi
25 min
£50–65
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Dumbartoncar 14.2 mi
25 min
£4–5

Scotland to Dumbarton by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Dumbarton Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 38 min. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from York Street to Riverside Lane every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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