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 Victoria Road and arriving at Barn Brae via St Peter Street, Union Square Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Ballater to Inveraray?

The distance between Ballater and Inveraray is 218 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 taxi and train and bus which takes 5h 42m and costs £140 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m 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 Victoria Road station.

Where does the Ballater to Inveraray bus arrive?

Ballater to Inveraray bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Erroll Street 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 661+ hotels available in Inveraray.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Inveraray 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, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Montrosetaxi
2. Take the train from Montrose to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Anniesland Cross to Barn Braebus 926
5h 42m
£140–189
Drive 136.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Inveraraycar 136.9 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 45m
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barn Braebus 926
7h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Inveraray.

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Road to Barn Brae via St Peter Street, Union Square Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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