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

The cheapest way to get from Keith to Ballater is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keith to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Keith and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Keith to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Keith Regent Square and arriving at Ballater via Aberdeen Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Keith to Ballater?

The distance between Keith and Ballater is 103 miles. The road distance is 47.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keith to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 59m and costs £14 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Keith to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keith to Ballater bus from?

Keith to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Keith Regent Square station.

Where does the Keith to Ballater bus arrive?

Keith to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Pittodrie station.

Can I drive from Keith to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Keith to Ballater is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Keith to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 133+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Keith 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 Keith Station to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 59m
£14–59
Drive 47.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Keith to Ballatercar 47.5 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Keith to Ballatertaxi 47.5 mi
1h 1m
£160–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Keith Regent Square to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 11m
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Reidhaven Square to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 20m
£13–39

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Keith to Ballater.

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Distance: 102.7 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Keith Regent Square to Ballater via Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 4h 11m.

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