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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Dufftown is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Dufftown is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

How far is it from Ballater to Dufftown?

The distance between Ballater and Dufftown is 97 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Dufftown without a car is to bus and tram which takes 5h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Ballater to Dufftown, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ballater to Dufftown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Dufftown is 43 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ballater to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 189+ hotels available in Dufftown.

Ballater to Dufftown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Dufftown by bus, tram, car, taxi, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Huntlybus
3. Take the tram from Keith Town to Dufftowntram Kdr
5h 24m
Drive 42.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Dufftowncar 42.4 mi
53 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Dufftowntaxi 42.4 mi
53 min
£140–180
Line 202 bus, train, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Clock Towerbus 36
7h 40m
£49–87

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Dufftown.

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Distance: 96.5 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Ballater, Scotland and Dufftown, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Ballater to Dufftown. However, you can take the bus to Aberdeen Airport, take the bus to Huntly, walk to Tesco Road End, take the line 10 bus to Wellington Street, walk to Keith Town, then take the vehicle to Dufftown. Alternatively, you can drive from Ballater to Dufftown in around 53 min.

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