The average train between Motherwell and Helensburgh takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Motherwell to Helensburgh. 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 every 30 minutes between Motherwell and Helensburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Helensburgh at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Motherwell to Helensburgh? 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 Motherwell to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Helensburgh station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.
Motherwell to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to Helensburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helensburgh Central station.
Book your Motherwell to Helensburgh train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Motherwell and Helensburgh is 52.1 km. The road distance is 58 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Helensburgh Central via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 1h 36m.