The average train between Birmingham and Dumbarton takes 6h 30m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Dumbarton. 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 Birmingham and Dumbarton. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Dumbarton at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 45m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Birmingham to Dumbarton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Dumbarton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street station and arriving at Glasgow Central station via Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.
Birmingham to Dumbarton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Dumbarton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Birmingham and Dumbarton is 422.3 km. The road distance is 487 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £95–160 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day.