The average train between Helensburgh and Shotts takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Helensburgh to Shotts. 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 Helensburgh and Shotts. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Shotts at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Shotts station via Partick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.
Helensburgh to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.
Helensburgh to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Shotts station.
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The distance between Helensburgh and Shotts is 61.3 km. The road distance is 67 km.
You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Shotts via Partick, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 1h 47m.