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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Dunblane is to bus via Dundee which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Dunblane is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Dunblane?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Dunblane station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Dunblane Police Station via Dundee Slessor Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Ballater to Dunblane?

The distance between Ballater and Dunblane is 118 miles. The road distance is 92.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Dunblane without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 47m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Ballater to Dunblane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Dunblane bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Dunblane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Dunblane?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Dunblane is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Ballater to Dunblane.

Where can I stay near Dunblane?

There are 454+ hotels available in Dunblane.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Dunblanetrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 47m
£31–53
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Dunblane Police Stationbus Ember
3h 54m
£18–25
Drive 92.4 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Dunblanecar 92.4 mi
1h 50m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Police Stationbus M8
3h 56m

Ballater to Dunblane by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Dunblane.

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Distance: 117.2 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Dunblane Police Station via Dundee South Marketgait and Dundee Slessor Gardens in around 3h 54m.

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