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

The cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Balloch is to line 3 bus and bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Balloch is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dalkeith and Balloch?

No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Balloch. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Dalkeith to Balloch?

The distance between Dalkeith and Balloch is 75 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Balloch without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 46m and costs £25 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Dalkeith to Balloch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Balloch bus from?

Dalkeith to Balloch bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Street station.

Where does the Dalkeith to Balloch bus arrive?

Dalkeith to Balloch bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Dalkeith to Balloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalkeith to Balloch is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Dalkeith to Balloch.

Where can I stay near Balloch?

There are 820+ hotels available in Balloch.

Dalkeith to Balloch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dalkeith to Balloch 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Street to Princes Streetbus N3
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Ballochtrain
2h 46m
£26–29
Line 3 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Street to Princes Streetbus 3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lower Stoneymollan Roadbus 915 / ...
3h 28m
£12–18
Drive 69.2 mi
1. Drive from Dalkeith to Ballochcar 69.2 mi
1h 20m
£17–24
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Street to Haymarket Stationbus 3
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dalreochtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
3h 40m
£18–42
Line 3 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Street to Haymarket Stationbus 3
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Ballochtrain
3h 44m
£18–24

Dalkeith to Balloch by bus and train

60Weekly Services

2h 46mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dalkeith to Balloch.

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Distance: 74.3 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from South Street to Lower Stoneymollan Road via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 28m.

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