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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Hawick is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Hawick is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Hawick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Hawick. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Mart Street Bus Stance via Nethergate, Shandwick Place and Surgeons' Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Ballater to Hawick?

The distance between Ballater and Hawick is 177 miles. The road distance is 160.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Hawick without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 10m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Ballater to Hawick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Hawick bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Hawick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Hawick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Hawick is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ballater to Hawick.

Where can I stay near Hawick?

There are 169+ hotels available in Hawick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Hawick 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
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain
6h 10m
£38–89
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to George Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Mart Street Bus Stancebus X95
7h 41m
£24–34
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Hawickcar 159.7 mi
3h 21m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
3. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Mart Street Bus Stancebus X95
7h 20m
£28–38

Ballater to Hawick by bus and train

14Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Mart Street Bus Stance via Dundee South Marketgait, Nethergate, Queensferry Street, Shandwick Place, and Surgeons' Hall in around 7h 20m.

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