What is the cheapest way to get from Balloch to Dalkeith?

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Dalkeith is to bus and line 3 bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balloch to Dalkeith?

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Dalkeith is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Dalkeith?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Dalkeith. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Buccleuch Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Dalkeith?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Dalkeith. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Balloch to Dalkeith?

The distance between Balloch and Dalkeith is 73 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

How do I travel from Balloch to Dalkeith without a car?

The best way to get from Balloch to Dalkeith without a car is to bus and line 3 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £16 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Balloch to Dalkeith?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Balloch to Dalkeith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Dalkeith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balloch to Dalkeith train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Dalkeith?

The best way to get from Balloch to Dalkeith is to bus and line 3 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £16 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Balloch to Dalkeith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balloch to Dalkeith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balloch to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Dalkeith is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Balloch to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2593+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Balloch to Dalkeith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Balloch to Dalkeith by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 3 bus
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1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
2h 56m
£17–28
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 14m
£17–48
Drive 69.5 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Dalkeithcar 69.5 mi
1h 20m
£18–25
Train, line 3 bus
1. Take the train from Dalreoch to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buccleuch Streetbus 3
3h 33m
£28–47
Bus, line 3 bus via Shopping Centre Entrance
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Mitchell Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
3. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
4h 10m
£19–30

Balloch to Dalkeith by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 72.5 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Dalkeith, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buccleuch Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, 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.

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