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Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Helensburgh
Take a train from Motherwell to Helensburgh and enjoy the approximately 52 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 22:28.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Trains per day 10 |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Motherwell to Helensburgh trainsScotrail trains will get you between Motherwell and Helensburgh. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Motherwell to Helensburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell to Helensburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Motherwell and Helensburgh
Most Motherwell to Helensburgh trains use the Motherwell to Helensburgh Central station pair, with some services arriving at Craigendoran. Use this guide to compare Motherwell and Helensburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Motherwell station do trains to Helensburgh leave from?
Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre
Motherwell train station facilities and services
Motherwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Motherwell. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Motherwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Motherwell: 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: 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Helensburgh station do trains from Motherwell arrive at?
Getting to Helensburgh Central from Helensburgh city centre
Helensburgh Central train station facilities and services
Helensburgh Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helensburgh Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Helensburgh Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helensburgh Central. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helensburgh Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helensburgh Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helensburgh Central: 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.
Getting to Craigendoran from Helensburgh city centre
Craigendoran is 1 km from Helensburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Craigendoran train station facilities and services
Craigendoran has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Craigendoran: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Craigendoran: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Craigendoran: Staff help available: No, 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 Help Point on Platform 1, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Helensburgh Upper from Helensburgh city centre
Helensburgh Upper train station facilities and services
Helensburgh Upper has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Helensburgh Upper.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helensburgh Upper: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Helensburgh Upper: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helensburgh Upper: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramp to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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