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Dumbarton to Ardrossan trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumbarton and Ardrossan takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumbarton to Ardrossan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 10m
Duration
46 mi
Distance
£21
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Particktrain train Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
  2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Towntrain train Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
2h 19m
£18–30

Dumbarton to Ardrossan train times

Trains run hourly between Dumbarton and Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumbarton is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumbarton to Ardrossan? 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.

Map of how to get from Dumbarton to Ardrossan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 45.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Dumbarton Central to Ardrossan Town via Partick, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 19m.

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