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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Montrose is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Montrose High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Montrose via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Balloch to Montrose?

The distance between Balloch and Montrose is 132 miles. The road distance is 109.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Balloch to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balloch to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Montrose?

The best way to get from Balloch to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Balloch to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balloch to Montrose train arrive?

Balloch to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Montrose is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Balloch to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 40m
£48–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus
4h 30m
£21–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds Pharmacybus X7
4h 22m
£26–51
Drive 108.7 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Montrosecar 108.7 mi
2h 8m
£27–39

Balloch to Montrose by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Balloch to Montrose via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Montrose High Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 4h 30m.

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