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 Carrochan Crescent and arriving at Smithy Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 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 First Greater Glasgow, depart from Carrochan Crescent 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 206 bus, which costs and takes 52 min.

Where does the Balloch to Cardross bus arrive?

Balloch to Cardross bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Smithy Road 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 850+ hotels available in Cardross.

Balloch to Cardross - 4 ways to travel via train, line 206 bus, taxi, and foot

There are 4 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 Dalreochtrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Dalreoch to Cardrosstrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
32 min
£4–13
Line 206 bus
1. Take the bus from Carrochan Crescent to Smithy Roadbus 206
52 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Cardrosstaxi 6.1 mi
12 min
£15–19
Walk
1. Take the foot from Balloch to Cardrosswalk 5.6 mi
1h 48m

Balloch to Cardross by train

229Weekly Trains

32 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balloch to Cardross.

Launch map view

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, First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Carrochan Crescent to Smithy Road hourly, and the journey takes 52 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.