The average train between Edinburgh and Balloch takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is an hourly train service from Edinburgh 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.
Trains run hourly between Edinburgh and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Balloch at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 14m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley station and arriving at Dalreoch station via Dalreoch station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Edinburgh to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalreoch station.
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The distance between Edinburgh and Balloch is 86.2 km. The road distance is 103 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalreoch hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 1h 51m.