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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kingussie and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Kingussie to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Duke of Gordon Hotel and arriving at Victoria Road via Station, Park and Ride and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Kingussie to Ballater?

The distance between Kingussie and Ballater is 161 miles. The road distance is 60.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kingussie to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Kingussie to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kingussie to Ballater bus from?

Kingussie to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Station.

Where does the Kingussie to Ballater bus arrive?

Kingussie to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Kingussie to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Kingussie to Ballater is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Kingussie to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 135+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kingussie 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 Kingussie to PerthInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria RoadE11
5h 17m
Drive 60.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kingussie to Ballater60.3 mi
1h 14m
£15–22
Train, bus via Pitlochry
1. Take the train from Kingussie to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Pitlochry Atholl Rd to Perth Broxden Park And Ride
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria RoadE11
5h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station to Park and RideE8
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria RoadE11
6h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Ballater48.3 mi
1h 15m
£108–204

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kingussie to Ballater.

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Duke of Gordon Hotel to Victoria Road via Cairngorm Hotel, Station, Park and Ride, Overgate, and Railway Station in around 6h 2m.

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