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Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway, starting from €27.49 and averaging €27.49. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 56 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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07:08 2 hours 4 minutes, Changes required Balloch Central	09:12 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
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Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway Train Route Details

First train

06:08

Last train

22:44

Departure station

Balloch

Arrival station

Edinburgh Gateway

Journey time

1 hour 56 minutes

Distance

79 km

Price

€27.49*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway Train prices and times

Balloch to Edinburgh Gateway Train Route Details