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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Ballater is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £22.

How far is it from Forres to Ballater?

The distance between Forres and Ballater is 90 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Ballater without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 54m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Forres to Ballater, including transfers.

Can I drive from Forres to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Ballater is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Forres to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 152+ hotels available in Ballater.

Forres to Ballater - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 202 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Forres to Ballater by train, taxi, car, or bus

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Forres to Inschtrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the taxi from Insch to Ballatertaxi
1h 54m
£99–134
Drive 58.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forres to Ballatercar 58.9 mi
1h 12m
£15–22
Train, line 202 bus
1. Take the train from Forres to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
4h 7m
£40–69

Forres to Ballater by train and bus

71Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forres to Ballater.

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Distance: 89.7 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Forres to Ballater. However, you can take the train to Insch then take the taxi to Ballater. Alternatively, you can drive from Forres to Ballater in around 1h 12m.

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