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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Peebles is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Peebles is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Peebles?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Peebles. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Eastgate Post Office via Nethergate, Shandwick Place and Surgeons' Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Ballater to Peebles?

The distance between Ballater and Peebles is 152 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Peebles without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 49m and costs £24 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Ballater to Peebles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Peebles bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Peebles bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Peebles?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Peebles is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Ballater to Peebles.

Where can I stay near Peebles?

There are 195+ hotels available in Peebles.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Peebles 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 bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Eastgate Post Officebus X62
5h 49m
£25–64
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 Eastgate Post Officebus X62
6h 19m
£23–33
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Peeblescar 129.8 mi
2h 42m
£33–47
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 Eastgate Post Officebus X62
6h
£27–37

Ballater to Peebles by bus, train, and foot

14Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.5 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Eastgate Post Office via Dundee South Marketgait, Nethergate, Queensferry Street, Shandwick Place, and Surgeons' Hall in around 6h.

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