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Preston to Balloch buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Preston and Balloch takes 6h 4m and the fastest bus takes 5h 32m. There is at least one bus per day from Preston to Balloch. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 4m
Duration
203 mi
Distance
£39
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Preston to Balloch bus times

Buses run once daily between Preston and Balloch. The service departs Preston at 5:15 PM in the evening, which arrives into Balloch at 23:32:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber6h 17m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber6h 17m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber5h 32m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber5h 32m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber6h 17m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber6h 17m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    FlixBusEmber6h 17m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Balloch? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Preston to Balloch.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 202.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 4m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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