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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Leith is to bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Leith is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Leith. 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 Leith?

The distance between Balloch and Leith is 66 miles. The road distance is 65.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Leith without a car is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £10 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Balloch to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balloch to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Leith?

The best way to get from Balloch to Leith is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £10 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Balloch to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balloch to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balloch to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Leith is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Balloch to Leith.

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

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

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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 Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
2h 14m
£11–20
Train
1. Take the train from Dalmuir to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 24m
£15–42
Drive 64.8 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Leithcar 64.8 mi
1h 28m
£17–24
Bus via Gogarburn
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Mitchell Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gogarburn A8bus 900
3h 44m
£18–29

Balloch to Leith by bus

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 14m. 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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