What is the cheapest way to get from Balnain to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Balnain to Edinburgh is to bus via Edinburgh Bus Station which costs £20 - £29 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balnain to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Balnain to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Balnain and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Balnain to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Primary School Road End and arriving at George Street via Drum Green and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Balnain to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balnain and Edinburgh is 179 miles. The road distance is 175.4 miles.

How do I travel from Balnain to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Balnain to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Balnain to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Balnain to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balnain to Edinburgh bus from?

Balnain to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Balnain to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Balnain to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £90 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Balnain to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Balnain to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Can I drive from Balnain to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Balnain to Edinburgh is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Balnain to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Balnain to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balnain to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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 Union Street to George Streetbus E9
5h 43m
Bus via Edinburgh Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Stationbus megabus M90 / ...
6h 37m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 1m
£29–89
Drive 174.4 mi
1. Drive from Balnain to Edinburghcar 174.4 mi
3h 17m
£43–62

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 177.9 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Balnain, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Union Street to George Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 34m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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