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Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Ballachulish
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ballachulish among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 143 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£57 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ballachulish
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Trains from Edinburgh to Ballachulish run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 17:38 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Ballachulish train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ballachulish 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 Ballachulish, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Ballachulish
Most Edinburgh to Ballachulish trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Fort William station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Ballachulish train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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