What is the cheapest way to get from South Queensferry to Balerno?

The cheapest way to get from South Queensferry to Balerno is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Queensferry to Balerno?

The fastest way to get from South Queensferry to Balerno is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £27 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between South Queensferry and Balerno?

No, there is no direct bus from South Queensferry to Balerno. However, there are services departing from Slip Road and arriving at Lovedale Road via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from South Queensferry to Balerno?

The distance between South Queensferry and Balerno is 15 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Queensferry to Balerno without a car?

The best way to get from South Queensferry to Balerno without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 51 min and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from South Queensferry to Balerno?

It takes approximately 51 min to get from South Queensferry to Balerno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Queensferry to Balerno bus from?

South Queensferry to Balerno bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Slip Road station.

Where does the South Queensferry to Balerno bus arrive?

South Queensferry to Balerno bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Can I drive from South Queensferry to Balerno?

Yes, the driving distance between South Queensferry to Balerno is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from South Queensferry to Balerno.

Where can I stay near Balerno?

There are 2904+ hotels available in Balerno.

South Queensferry to Balerno - 5 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from South Queensferry to Balerno by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dalmeny to Haymarkettrain Glenrothes with Thornton - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Balerno High Schoolbus 44 / ...
51 min
£7–9
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Queensferry to Balernocar 11.3 mi
23 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Queensferry to Balernotaxi 11.3 mi
23 min
£27–32
Bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Slip Road to Queensferry Streetbus X56 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Lovedale Roadbus N44 / ...
1h 4m
£6–7
Line 43 bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from The Loan to Queensferry Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Lovedale Roadbus N44 / ...
1h 20m
£5

South Queensferry to Balerno by train and bus

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between South Queensferry, Scotland and Balerno, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Slip Road to Lovedale Road via Queensferry Street and Shandwick Place in around 1h 4m.

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