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

The cheapest way to get from Inveraray to Ballater is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inveraray to Ballater is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inveraray and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Inveraray to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Front Street and arriving at Victoria Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Inveraray to Ballater?

The distance between Inveraray and Ballater is 218 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inveraray to Ballater without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 5h 29m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Inveraray to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inveraray to Ballater bus from?

Inveraray to Ballater bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Front Street station.

Where does the Inveraray to Ballater bus arrive?

Inveraray to Ballater bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inveraray to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Inveraray to Ballater is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Inveraray to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 132+ hotels available in Ballater.

Inveraray to Ballater - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Anniesland Crossbus 926 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain
3. Take the taxi from Montrose to Ballatertaxi
5h 29m
£144–219
Drive 137 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Inveraray to Ballatercar 137 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
7h 1m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
7h 7m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Railway Stationbus E3
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
7h 9m

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Map of how to get from Inveraray to Ballater.

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Front Street to Victoria Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Railway Station in around 7h 1m.

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