What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ballindalloch?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Ballindalloch Castle via Cairngorm Hotel and The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ballindalloch is 186 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ballindalloch bus from?

Edinburgh to Ballindalloch bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ballindalloch bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ballindalloch bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aviemore station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ballindalloch is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch.

Where can I stay near Ballindalloch?

There are 314+ hotels available in Ballindalloch.

Edinburgh to Ballindalloch - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 29m
£40–130
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stationbus Uk094
5h 56m
£21–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aviemore stationbus Ember
5h 41m
£23–32
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ballindallochcar 137 mi
2h 50m
£34–49

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Ballindalloch.

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Ballindalloch, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore 5 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Aviemore station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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