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 Car Park and arriving at Victoria Road via Station, Park and Ride and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Carrbridge to Ballater?

The distance between Carrbridge and Ballater is 185 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 bus via Perth which takes 6h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m 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 Ember, depart from Station.

Where does the Carrbridge to Ballater bus arrive?

Carrbridge to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Park and Ride 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 131+ 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 bus, car, taxi, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Perth
best
1. Take the bus from Station to Park and Ridebus E8
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
6h 11m
Drive 46.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrbridge to Ballatercar 46.7 mi
55 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrbridge to Ballatertaxi 46.7 mi
55 min
£100–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Artists Studio to Bus Station Stance 6bus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
3. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Victoria Roadbus E11
7h 33m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Artists Studio to Stationbus 37 / ...
2. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
7h 41m

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Map of how to get from Carrbridge to Ballater.

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Distance: 184.4 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Car Park to Victoria Road via Station, Park and Ride, and Railway Station in around 6h 11m.

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