What is the cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at King Street via Shopping Centre Entrance, Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The distance between Helensburgh and Shotts is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

How do I travel from Helensburgh to Shotts without a car?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £15 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Helensburgh to Shotts?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Helensburgh to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Shotts bus from?

Helensburgh to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Helensburgh station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Shotts train from?

Helensburgh to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Shotts?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can line 206 bus and bus, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Shotts bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Shotts bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Shopping Centre Entrance station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Shotts train arrive?

Helensburgh to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Shotts is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Helensburgh to Shotts.

How do I get a train ticket from Helensburgh to Shotts?

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Helensburgh to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, line 206 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Helensburgh to Shotts by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 48m
£16–27
Drive 42.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Shottscar 42.4 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Line 206 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Helensburgh station to Shopping Centre Entrancebus 206
2. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Mitchell Streetbus 1A / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kirk Road Service Stationbus X11
4. Take the bus from Kirk Road Service Station to King Streetbus 266
3h 37m
£17–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helensburgh to Shottstaxi 42.4 mi
1h 1m
£180–220

Helensburgh to Shotts by train and foot

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1h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Helensburgh, Scotland and Shotts, Scotland?

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Shotts via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to King Street via Shopping Centre Entrance, Mitchell Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Kirk Road Service Station in around 3h 37m.

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