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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for Helensburgh Central (HLC) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 50 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 Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:56 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0h50 | 09:46 Helensburgh Central (HLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC)
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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 41m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 19:02 |
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FAQs: Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Helensburgh Central (HLC) 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 Helensburgh Central (HLC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Helensburgh Central (HLC)
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Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
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Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:55 - 00:00 Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on East Princess Street
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