🚌 Bus from Dumbarton to Balloch
4 direct routes · about 50 min · first bus 06:20, last bus 18:36 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 206 | First Greater Glasgow | ~50 min | 38 | 06:20 | 18:36 | Westcliff Turning Circle (opp) |
| 204 | First Greater Glasgow | ~32 min | 23 | 06:53 | 22:44 | Asda St James Retail Park (at) |
| 205 | First Greater Glasgow | ~30 min | 23 | 06:33 | 22:14 | Asda St James Retail Park (at) |
| 1E | First Greater Glasgow | ~21 min | 2 | 17:54 | 18:32 | Stonyflatt Road (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Dumbarton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Dumbarton to Balloch?
4 routes run directly from Dumbarton to Balloch: the 206 (First Greater Glasgow), the 204 (First Greater Glasgow), the 205 (First Greater Glasgow), the 1E (First Greater Glasgow).
How long does the bus take from Dumbarton to Balloch?
Around 50 minutes on the 206, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Dumbarton to Balloch?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 206) leaves around 06:20 and the last around 18:36. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Dumbarton to Balloch?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.