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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Pitlochry is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Pitlochry is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Pitlochry?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Pitlochry. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Fishers Hotel via Nethergate and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Ballater to Pitlochry?

The distance between Ballater and Pitlochry is 118 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Pitlochry without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs £9 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Ballater to Pitlochry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Pitlochry bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Pitlochry bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Pitlochry?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Pitlochry is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Ballater to Pitlochry.

Where can I stay near Pitlochry?

There are 370+ hotels available in Pitlochry.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Pitlochry 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 Ember
2. Take the train from Perth to Pitlochrytrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 20m
£9–63
Drive 55.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Pitlochrycar 55.9 mi
1h 7m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Park and Ridebus M92
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Fishers Hotelbus M90
5h 1m
£13–48
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Mill Streetbus 16 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kinnoull Street to Tulliemet Road Endbus 34A / ...
6h 25m
£11–46

Ballater to Pitlochry by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Fishers Hotel via Dundee South Marketgait, Nethergate, and Park and Ride in around 5h 1m.

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