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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £25 and takes 2h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch 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 5m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch 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 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balloch and Edinburgh is 65 miles. The road distance is 65.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £13 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Balloch to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balloch to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Balloch to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Balloch to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balloch to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balloch to Edinburgh?

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

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

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

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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 Uk090
2h 5m
£14–25
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 24m
£15–42
Drive 64.9 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Edinburghcar 64.9 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
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
3h 20m
£16–27

Balloch to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 64.6 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 5m. 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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