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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Balvicar is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Balvicar is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Balvicar?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Balvicar. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Stores via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Balvicar?

The distance between Edinburgh and Balvicar is 142 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Balvicar without a car is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £15 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Edinburgh to Balvicar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Balvicar bus from?

Edinburgh to Balvicar bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Balvicar?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Balvicar is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £15 - £24. Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Balvicar bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Balvicar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Oban Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Balvicar?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Balvicar is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Edinburgh to Balvicar.

Where can I stay near Balvicar?

There are 333+ hotels available in Balvicar.

Edinburgh to Balvicar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Balvicar 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 George Street to Oban Bus Stationbus Ember
5h 17m
£16–23
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 21m
£63–116
Drive 131.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Balvicarcar 131.3 mi
2h 46m
£33–47
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus Stationbus 978
5h 42m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain Glasgow Queen Street - Oban
6h 30m
£63–116

Edinburgh to Balvicar by bus

28Weekly Buses

5h 17mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Oban Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stores via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Oban, and Bus Station in around 6h 21m.

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