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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Ballater is to bus via South Street which costs £13 - £20 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Perth South Street and arriving at Ballater via Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Perth to Ballater?

The distance between Perth and Ballater is 90 miles. The road distance is 66.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Ballater without a car is to bus which takes 3h 29m and costs £18 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Perth to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Ballater bus from?

Perth to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Perth South Street station.

Where does the Perth to Ballater bus arrive?

Perth to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Perth to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Ballater is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Perth to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 145+ hotels available in Ballater.

Perth to Ballater - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Perth to Ballater by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 29m
£18–30
Bus via South Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Street to Crichton Streetbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 22m
£13–20
Drive 65.9 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Ballatercar 65.9 mi
1h 23m
£16–23
Bus via Perth South Street
1. Take the bus from Perth South Street to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 41m
£15–22

Perth to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.4 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Ember operates a bus from Dundee station to Ballater twice daily. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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