The average train between Aviemore and Balloch takes 5h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Aviemore to Balloch. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Aviemore and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aviemore is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Balloch at 7:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 5h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aviemore to Balloch? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street station via Glasgow Queen Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.
Aviemore to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.
Aviemore to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.
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The distance between Aviemore and Balloch is 140 km. The road distance is 197 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Aviemore to Glasgow Queen Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 2h 55m.