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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Balfron is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Balfron is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Balfron?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Balfron. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Lomond Terrace via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Inverness to Balfron?

The distance between Inverness and Balfron is 171 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Balfron without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £26 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Inverness to Balfron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Balfron bus from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Balfron?

The best way to get from Inverness to Balfron is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £26 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Inverness to Balfron bus arrive?

Inverness to Balfron bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Balfron?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Balfron is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Inverness to Balfron.

Where can I stay near Balfron?

There are 1059+ hotels available in Balfron.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Balfron by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to StirlingInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 14m
£26–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lomond TerraceX10 / ...
5h 6m
Drive 144.9 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Balfron144.9 mi
2h 55m
£37–53
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus StationUk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lomond TerraceX10 / ...
5h 42m

Inverness to Balfron by train and bus

97Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Stirling every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Lomond Terrace via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 6m.

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