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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Balloch to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €28
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €29
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h 56 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 57 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 3
- Distance
- 86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Balloch to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Balloch to Edinburgh will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 trains from Balloch to Edinburgh, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:09 AM 1h56 Balloch 10:05 AM Edinburgh €28 1 One-way 0 transfers9:09 AM 1h56 Balloch 11:05 AM Edinburgh €29 1 One-way 0 transfers7:08 PM 1h58 Balloch 9:06 PM Edinburgh €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:09 AM 1h56 Balloch 11:05 AM Edinburgh €29 1 One-way 0 transfers8:09 AM 1h56 Balloch 10:05 AM Edinburgh €28 1 One-way 0 transfers7:08 PM 1h58 Balloch 9:06 PM Edinburgh €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Balloch to Edinburgh
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Trains from Balloch to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Balloch to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Balloch to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:39 PM Balloch | 1h38 | 5:17 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 4:11 PM Balloch | 1h36 | 5:47 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 4:38 PM Balloch | 1h45 | 6:23 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 5:10 PM Balloch | 1h37 | 6:47 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 5:39 PM Balloch | 1h38 | 7:17 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 6:09 PM Balloch | 1h38 | 7:47 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 6:42 PM Balloch | 1h36 | 8:18 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 7:08 PM Balloch | 1h40 | 8:48 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 7:39 PM Balloch | 1h39 | 9:18 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 8:08 PM Balloch | 1h39 | 9:47 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 8:38 PM Balloch | 1h43 | 10:21 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 9:09 PM Balloch | 1h38 | 10:47 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 9:39 PM Balloch | 1h40 | 11:19 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 10:09 PM Balloch | 1h39 | 11:48 PM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 10:39 PM Balloch | 1h50 | 12:29 AM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| 11:08 PM Balloch | 8h23 | 7:31 AM Edinburgh | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| 8:09 AM Balloch | 1h56 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:09 AM Balloch | 1h56 | 11:05 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Scotrail, Lumo from Balloch to Edinburgh trainsScotrail, Lumo trains will get you between Balloch and Edinburgh from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Balloch and Edinburgh
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FAQs: Trains from Balloch to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balloch to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Balloch to Edinburgh
Most Balloch to Edinburgh trains use the Balloch to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Balloch and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Balloch station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Balloch from Balloch city centre
Balloch train station facilities and services
Balloch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Balloch.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Balloch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Balloch. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Balloch: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Balloch: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Balloch: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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