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

The cheapest way to get from Dingwall to Balloch is to bus via Lower Stoneymollan Road which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dingwall to Balloch is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dingwall and Balloch?

No, there is no direct bus from Dingwall to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road via Inverness Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Dingwall and Balloch?

No, there is no direct train from Dingwall to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Dingwall and arriving at Balloch via Inverness, Perth and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Dingwall to Balloch?

The distance between Dingwall and Balloch is 210 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dingwall to Balloch without a car is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs £29 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Dingwall to Balloch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dingwall to Balloch bus from?

Dingwall to Balloch bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Dingwall to Balloch train from?

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

Train or bus from Dingwall to Balloch?

The best way to get from Dingwall to Balloch is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £170 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Dingwall to Balloch bus arrive?

Dingwall to Balloch bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dingwall to Balloch train arrive?

Dingwall to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Dingwall to Balloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Dingwall to Balloch is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Dingwall to Balloch.

How do I get a train ticket from Dingwall to Balloch?

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Where can I stay near Balloch?

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Dingwall to Balloch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dingwall to Balloch by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
6h 34m
£29–50
Bus via Lower Stoneymollan Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
6h 44m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
6h 50m
£89–163
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Dingwall to Ballochcar 157.1 mi
3h 14m
£40–57
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
6h 51m
£66–174

Dingwall to Balloch by bus, foot, and train

146Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.8 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m. FlixBus also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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