Lines reopened: disruption between Dumbarton Central and Helensburgh Central / Helensburgh Upper expected until 12:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Monday 26 October 2026 at 10:00
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Last updated
Monday 26 October 2026 at 11:30
Train operators affected
- ScotRail
Route(s) affected
Between Edinburgh and Helensburgh Central, and also between Glasgow Queen Street and Oban / Mallaig
Description
All lines have now reopened following an earlier fault with the signalling system between Cardross and Craigendoran. Trains running between Dumbarton Central and Helensburgh Central / Helensburgh Upper may continue to be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 12:30.
Customer advice:
ScotRail are unable to provide alternative road transport at present, passengers should consider other modes of transport.
You can use your ticket, at no additional cost, on ScotRail services via any alternative route to your destination.
If you have had to drive to another station your ticket will be valid to collect your car on your return journey. Speak to a member of staff to validate your ticket.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail real-time Journey Planner.
Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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