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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Portree is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Portree is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Portree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Balloch to Portree?

The distance between Balloch and Portree is 194 miles. The road distance is 193.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs £27 - £40.

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

The bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End takes 5h 40m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Portree bus from?

Balloch to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where does the Balloch to Portree bus arrive?

Balloch to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Portree is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Balloch to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 414+ hotels available in Portree.

Balloch to Portree - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Balloch to Portree by bus or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End915
5h 40m
£27–40
Drive 192.1 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Portree192.1 mi
3h 54m
£48–70
Bus via Fort William
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Bus Station914 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Square915
6h 27m
£27–38

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End every 4 hours. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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