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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow Central (GLC) for Balloch station (BHC) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) trains for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h59 | 14:33 Balloch station (BHC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 9 January | |||||
| 04:20 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h12 | 05:32 Balloch station (BHC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:04 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h58 | 07:02 Balloch station (BHC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0h59 | 07:32 Balloch station (BHC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC)
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Trains from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 48m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow Central (GLC) and Balloch station (BHC) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Central (GLC) to Balloch station (BHC) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Balloch station (BHC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Central (GLC) and Balloch station (BHC)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 23:55 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:10 - 22:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Tulliechewan Road
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