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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Stonehaven is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Barclay Street via St Peter Street and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Ballater to Stonehaven?

The distance between Ballater and Stonehaven is 67 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Stonehaven without a car is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs £4 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Ballater to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Stonehaven bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Stonehaven bus arrive?

Ballater to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Pittodrie station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Stonehaven is 40 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Ballater to Stonehaven.

Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

There are 643+ hotels available in Stonehaven.

Ballater to Stonehaven - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Stonehaven by bus, 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 Pittodriebus Ember
2h 29m
£4–97
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Stonehavencar 39.9 mi
49 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Stonehaventaxi 39.9 mi
49 min
£85–110
Bus via Barclay Street
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Barclay Streetbus X7
2h 43m
£4–27

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Stonehaven.

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Distance: 66.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Ember operates a bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodrie twice daily. Tickets cost £1–23 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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