The cheapest and fastest trains from Rutherglen to Dumbarton
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rutherglen to Dumbarton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rutherglen to Dumbarton will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rutherglen for Dumbarton every day 1 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 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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
Rutherglen to Dumbarton train times
The table below shows live departures for Rutherglen to Dumbarton trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 Rutherglen | 0h47 | 11:22 Dumbarton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rutherglen to Dumbarton
Trains from Rutherglen to Dumbarton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 43m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 22:17 |
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FAQs: Rutherglen to Dumbarton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rutherglen to Dumbarton 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 Dumbarton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rutherglen and Dumbarton
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:10
- Car Park: Strathleven Place
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Steep ramps up to platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- 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: No
- 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 Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- 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 on Station Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:24 Saturday 06:30 - 20:24 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2, connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
- 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 the bus stop on Cardross Road
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