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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Balloch is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Balloch is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Balloch?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road via Overgate and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Ballater to Balloch?

The distance between Ballater and Balloch is 172 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Balloch without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 23m and costs £22 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Ballater to Balloch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Balloch bus from?

Ballater to Balloch bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Ballater station.

Where does the Ballater to Balloch bus arrive?

Ballater to Balloch bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Balloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Balloch is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Ballater to Balloch.

Where can I stay near Balloch?

There are 821+ hotels available in Balloch.

Ballater to Balloch - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Balloch by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 23m
£22–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 24m
£13–49
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Ballochcar 123.1 mi
2h 27m
£30–43
Bus via Balloch
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8
6h 6m

Ballater to Balloch by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Balloch.

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Lower Stoneymollan Road via Dundee South Marketgait, Overgate, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 24m.

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