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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Balnain is to bus via George Street which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Balnain is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Balnain?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Balnain. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Primary School Road End via Bus Station Stance 2 and Drum Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Balnain?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Balnain. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Balnain?

The distance between Edinburgh and Balnain is 206 miles. The road distance is 175.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Balnain without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Edinburgh to Balnain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Balnain bus from?

Edinburgh to Balnain bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Balnain train from?

Edinburgh to Balnain train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Balnain?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Balnain is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Balnain bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Balnain bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Edinburgh to Balnain train arrive?

Edinburgh to Balnain train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Balnain?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Balnain is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Edinburgh to Balnain.

Where can I stay near Balnain?

There are 1345+ hotels available in Balnain.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 37m
£58–158
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h 21m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 52m
£32–65
Drive 174.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Balnaincar 174.8 mi
3h 26m
£43–62

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Distance: 204.8 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Balnain, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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