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

The cheapest way to get from Ellon to Ballater is to bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellon to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ellon and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellon to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Ballater via Aberdeen Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Ellon to Ballater?

The distance between Ellon and Ballater is 65 miles. The road distance is 53.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellon to Ballater without a car is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs £12 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Ellon to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellon to Ballater bus from?

Ellon to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ellon to Ballater bus arrive?

Ellon to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at St Peter Street station.

Can I drive from Ellon to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellon to Ballater is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Ellon to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 145+ hotels available in Ballater.

Ellon to Ballater - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 202 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Ellon to Ballater by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to St Peter Streetbus X60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 2m
£13–18
Drive 52.9 mi
1. Drive from Ellon to Ballatercar 52.9 mi
1h 13m
£13–19
Bus, line 202 bus, line 201 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus X60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Mount Street to Golf Roadbus 201 / ...
3h 38m
£16–24

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.6 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Ballater, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Market Street to Ballater via Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 3h 2m.

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