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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Ballater is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Ballater is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Ballater. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Ballater via Cumbernauld and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Ballater?

The distance between Falkirk and Ballater is 134 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Falkirk to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Ballater bus from?

Falkirk to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Cumbernauld station.

Where does the Falkirk to Ballater bus arrive?

Falkirk to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Ballater is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Falkirk to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 146+ hotels available in Ballater.

Falkirk to Ballater - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 202 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk to Ballater by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 55m
£35–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cumbernauld to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 56m
£21–32
Train, line 202 bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Music Hall to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
6h 15m
£64–125
Drive 103.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Ballatercar 103.1 mi
2h 8m
£26–37
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Weir Street to Princes Streetbus X38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus
7h 2m
£22–34

Falkirk to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Ballater via Cumbernauld and Dundee station in around 5h 56m.

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