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

The cheapest way to get from Carrbridge to Ballater is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrbridge to Ballater is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Carrbridge and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrbridge to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Artists Studio and arriving at Ballater via Inverness Union Street and Aberdeen Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Carrbridge to Ballater?

The distance between Carrbridge and Ballater is 180 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrbridge to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 46m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Carrbridge to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrbridge to Ballater bus from?

Carrbridge to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Artists Studio station.

Where does the Carrbridge to Ballater bus arrive?

Carrbridge to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Falcon Sq station.

Can I drive from Carrbridge to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrbridge to Ballater is 47 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Carrbridge to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 144+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carrbridge to Ballater by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carrbridge to Perthtrain Inverness - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 46m
£43–100
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrbridge to Ballatercar 46.7 mi
55 min
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Artists Studio to Falcon Sqbus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Pittodriebus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus
7h 14m
£27–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrbridge to Ballatertaxi 46.7 mi
55 min
£100–120
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Artists Studio to Falcon Sqbus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
3. Take the bus from University of Aberdeen to Ballaterbus
8h 12m
£39–56

Carrbridge to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.5 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Artists Studio to Ballater via Falcon Sq, Inverness Union Street, and Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 7h 14m.

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