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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Ballater is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Ballater via Aberdeen Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Inverness to Ballater?

The distance between Inverness and Ballater is 151 miles. The road distance is 71.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Ballater without a car is to train and line 202 bus which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Inverness to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Ballater bus from?

Inverness to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Inverness to Ballater bus arrive?

Inverness to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Airport station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Ballater is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Inverness to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 149+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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

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

Train, line 202 bus
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
4h 37m
£57–101
Drive 70.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Inverness to Ballatercar 70.9 mi
1h 25m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Airportbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 47m
£19–27
Bus, line 202 bus
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
5h 32m
£23–34
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Ballatertaxi
1h 43m
£109–157

Inverness to Ballater by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 47mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Ballater via Aberdeen Airport in around 4h 47m.

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