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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Perth is to bus via Canal Street which costs £13 - £25 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Perth is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Perth. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Canal Street via Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Ballater to Perth?

The distance between Ballater and Perth is 90 miles. The road distance is 66.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Perth without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £18 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Ballater to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Perth bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Perth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Perth is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Ballater to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 556+ hotels available in Perth.

Ballater to Perth - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ballater to Perth by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2h 51m
£19–29
Bus via Canal Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Canal Streetbus 16B / ...
3h 25m
£14–24
Drive 65.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Perthcar 65.9 mi
1h 24m
£16–24

Ballater to Perth by bus and train

14Weekly Services

2h 51mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.4 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

Ember operates a bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgait twice daily. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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