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 £16 - £25 and takes 1h 21m.

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 21m and costs £16 - £25.

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 Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Inverness to Ballater?

The distance between Inverness and Ballater is 159 miles. The road distance is 71 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 bus which takes 5h 6m and costs £17 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m 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 Pittodrie station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Ballater is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Inverness to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 130+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from University of Aberdeen to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 6m
£17–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 39m
£2–56
Drive 70.6 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Ballatercar 70.6 mi
1h 21m
£17–25
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from University of Aberdeen to Ballaterbus Ember
6h 20m
£26–54
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Ballatertaxi
1h 43m
£107–205

Inverness to Ballater by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Ballater via Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 5h 39m.

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