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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Ballater is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Ballater is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Ballater via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Balloch to Ballater?

The distance between Balloch and Ballater is 172 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 52m and costs £22 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Balloch to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Ballater bus from?

Balloch to Ballater bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch to Ballater bus arrive?

Balloch to Ballater bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Ballater is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Balloch to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 130+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Balloch to Ballater by 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 52m
£23–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 56m
£13–50
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Ballatercar 123.2 mi
2h 28m
£30–43
Bus via Balloch
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus megabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 56m
£19–55

Balloch to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Ballater, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Ballater via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 5h 56m.

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