The average train between Durham and Balloch takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham 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 hourly between Durham and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Balloch at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Dalreoch station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Durham to Balloch train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalreoch station.
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The distance between Durham and Balloch is 233.6 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Balloch via Edinburgh Waverley and Dalreoch in around 4h 29m.