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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Ballater is to line 20 bus and bus which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Ballater via Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Forfar to Ballater?

The distance between Forfar and Ballater is 84 miles. The road distance is 57.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Ballater without a car is to line 20 bus and bus which takes 3h 48m and costs £13 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Forfar to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Ballater bus from?

Forfar to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Council Offices station.

Where does the Forfar to Ballater bus arrive?

Forfar to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Ballater is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Forfar to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 165+ hotels available in Ballater.

Forfar to Ballater - 2 ways to travel via line 20 bus, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Forfar to Ballater by bus or car

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Line 20 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Council Offices to Bus Stationbus 21B / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 48m
£13–20
Drive 57 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Ballatercar 57 mi
1h 8m
£14–20

Forfar to Ballater by bus and foot

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.9 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Council Offices to Ballater via Bus Station and Dundee station in around 3h 48m.

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