What is the cheapest way to get from Greenock to Balfron?

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Balfron is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenock to Balfron?

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Balfron is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Balfron?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Balfron. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Lomond Terrace via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Greenock to Balfron?

The distance between Greenock and Balfron is 44 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

How do I travel from Greenock to Balfron without a car?

The best way to get from Greenock to Balfron without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Greenock to Balfron?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Greenock to Balfron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Balfron bus from?

Greenock to Balfron bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where does the Greenock to Balfron bus arrive?

Greenock to Balfron bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Balfron?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Balfron is 32 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Greenock to Balfron.

Where can I stay near Balfron?

There are 1060+ hotels available in Balfron.

Greenock to Balfron - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Greenock to Balfron by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Milngavie
3. Take the bus from Milngavie station to ClinicX10
2h 25m
Drive 31.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenock to Balfron31.7 mi
43 min
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lomond TerraceX10 / ...
2h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenock to Balfron31.7 mi
43 min
£65–85

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 43.7 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Greenock, Scotland and Balfron, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Stance 1 to Lomond Terrace via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 44m.

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