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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Falkirk is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Road and arriving at Grahamston Station via St Peter Street, Slessor Gardens and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Ballater to Falkirk?

The distance between Ballater and Falkirk is 141 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Falkirk without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 4m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Ballater to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Falkirk is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Ballater to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 848+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Falkirk 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 Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 4m
£124–172
Drive 103.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Falkirkcar 103.4 mi
2h 9m
£26–37
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Slessor Gardensbus E1
3. Take the bus from Slessor Gardens to Town Centre Stancesbus E3
6h 52m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 7m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry Streetbus M92
3. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
7h 10m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Falkirk.

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Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Road to Grahamston Station via St Peter Street, Slessor Gardens, and Town Centre stances in around 6h 52m.

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