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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Tain is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Tain is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Tain?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Tain. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Post Office via Aberdeen Pittodrie, Bus Station Stance 2 and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Ballater to Tain?

The distance between Ballater and Tain is 127 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Tain without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 58m and costs £130 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Ballater to Tain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Tain bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Tain bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Tain?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Tain is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Ballater to Tain.

Where can I stay near Tain?

There are 259+ hotels available in Tain.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Tain by taxi, train, bus, 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.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Aviemoretaxi
2. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain
3h 58m
£132–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 25m
£11–72
Drive 101.6 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Taincar 101.6 mi
1h 56m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain
6h 41m
£37–88
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
7h 41m
£22–72

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballater to Tain.

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Post Office via Aberdeen Pittodrie, Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 2, and Library in around 7h 25m.

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