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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Inverness is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Inverness is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Inverness Union Street via Aberdeen Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Ballater to Inverness?

The distance between Ballater and Inverness is 143 miles. The road distance is 71.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Inverness without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs £18 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Ballater to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Inverness bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Inverness bus arrive?

Ballater to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Airport station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Inverness is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Ballater to Inverness.

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 775+ hotels available in Inverness.

Ballater to Inverness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 202 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Inverness by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Airportbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 42m
£19–27
Drive 70.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Invernesscar 70.8 mi
1h 25m
£18–25
Line 202 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 15m
£57–101
Bus via Banchory
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h
£24–33
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Aviemoretaxi
2. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
1h 46m
£113–151

Ballater to Inverness by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 42mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Inverness Union Street via Aberdeen Airport in around 4h 42m.

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