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 21m.

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 21m 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 Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Ballater to Inverness?

The distance between Ballater and Inverness is 158 miles. The road distance is 70.9 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 and train which takes 4h 29m and costs £17 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 Pittodrie station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Inverness is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Ballater to Inverness.

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 523+ hotels available in Inverness.

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

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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
4h 29m
£17–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
5h 28m
£2–57
Drive 70.5 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Invernesscar 70.5 mi
1h 21m
£18–25
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Falcon Sqbus M96
5h 53m
£25–57
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Aviemoretaxi
2. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
1h 46m
£112–143

Ballater to Inverness by bus

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.4 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Inverness Union Street via Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 5h 28m.

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