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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Victoria Road and arriving at George Street via St Peter Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Ballater to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ballater and Edinburgh is 135 miles. The road distance is 108.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Edinburgh without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 46m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Ballater to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Edinburgh bus from?

Ballater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Victoria Road station.

Where does the Ballater to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ballater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Erroll Street station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Edinburgh is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ballater to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ballater to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Edinburgh by taxi, train, bus, 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.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Montrosetaxi
2. Take the train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 46m
£119–210
Drive 108.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Edinburghcar 108.3 mi
2h 16m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from St Peter Street to George Streetbus E1
5h 37m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 49m
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 50m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Road to George Street via St Peter Street in around 5h 37m.

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