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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Cardross is to train which costs £4 - £13 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Cardross is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £15 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Cardross?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balloch Bus Terminus and arriving at Smithy Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Cardross?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Cardross. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Cardross via Dalreoch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Balloch to Cardross?

The distance between Balloch and Cardross is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Cardross without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Balloch to Cardross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Cardross bus from?

Balloch to Cardross bus services, operated by McColls Coaches, depart from Balloch Bus Terminus station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Cardross train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Cardross?

The best way to get from Balloch to Cardross is to train which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 306 bus and line 206 bus, which costs and takes 42 min.

Where does the Balloch to Cardross bus arrive?

Balloch to Cardross bus services, operated by McColls Coaches, arrive at Helensburgh station.

Where does the Balloch to Cardross train arrive?

Balloch to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalreoch station.

Where can I stay near Cardross?

There are 866+ hotels available in Cardross.

Balloch to Cardross - 5 ways to travel via train, line 306 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balloch to Cardross by train, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to DalreochBalloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Dalreoch to CardrossEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
32 min
£4–13
Line 306 bus, line 206 bus
1. Take the bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to Helensburgh station306
2. Take the bus from Helensburgh station to Smithy Road206
42 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Cardross6.1 mi
12 min
£15–19
Walk
1. Take the foot from Balloch to Cardross5.6 mi
1h 48m
Line 206 bus
1. Take the bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to Smithy Road206
54 min

Balloch to Cardross by train

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

You can take a train from Balloch to Cardross via Dalreoch in around 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to Smithy Road via Helensburgh station in around 42 min.

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