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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Balloch is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Balloch is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Balloch?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Balloch?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Balloch via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Perth to Balloch?

The distance between Perth and Balloch is 82 miles. The road distance is 58.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Balloch without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £18 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Perth to Balloch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Balloch bus from?

Perth to Balloch bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Canal Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Balloch train from?

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

Train or bus from Perth to Balloch?

The best way to get from Perth to Balloch is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £18 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Perth to Balloch bus arrive?

Perth to Balloch bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Balloch train arrive?

Perth to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Balloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Balloch is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Perth to Balloch.

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

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Where can I stay near Balloch?

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Perth to Balloch - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 757 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Perth to Balloch 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 Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BallochAirdrie - Balloch / ...
2h 29m
£18–30
Drive 58.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Perth to Balloch58.4 mi
1h 9m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus StationE3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lower Stoneymollan Road914 / ...
2h 30m
Bus, line 757 bus
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Terminal BuildingUk091
2. Take the bus from Terminal Building to French Street757
3h 41m
£18–33

Perth to Balloch by train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.2 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Balloch via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Lower Stoneymollan Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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