What is the cheapest way to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £25 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balloch Station and Edinburgh is 62 miles. The road distance is 65 miles.

How do I travel from Balloch Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £15 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch Station to Edinburgh bus from?

Balloch Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where do I catch the Balloch Station to Edinburgh train from?

Balloch Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dalmuir station.

Train or bus from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £15 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Balloch Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Balloch Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

Balloch Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch Station to Edinburgh is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Balloch Station to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Balloch Station to Edinburgh?

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Balloch Station to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Balloch Station to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 24m
£15–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 24m
£14–25
Drive 64.7 mi
1. Drive from Balloch Station to Edinburghcar 64.7 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Balloch to Charing Cross (Glasgow)train Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 25m
£17–31

Balloch Station to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Balloch Station, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dalmuir to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Balloch Station to Princes Street via Lower Stoneymollan Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 24m.

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