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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Inveraray is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Inveraray is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Inveraray?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Inveraray. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Barn Brae via Overgate and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Ballater to Inveraray?

The distance between Ballater and Inveraray is 214 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Inveraray without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 6h 1m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Ballater to Inveraray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Inveraray bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Inveraray bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Inveraray?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Inveraray is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Ballater to Inveraray.

Where can I stay near Inveraray?

There are 668+ hotels available in Inveraray.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Inveraray by bus, train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the taxi from Helensburgh Central to Inveraraytaxi
6h 1m
£105–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 14m
£18–58
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Inveraraycar 136.9 mi
2h 43m
£34–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 13m
£27–100
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 40m

Ballater to Inveraray by bus, train, and foot

14Weekly Services

7h 13mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballater to Inveraray.

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Distance: 212.8 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Barn Brae via Dundee South Marketgait, Overgate, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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