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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Ballater is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 23m.

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 £16 - £24.

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 South Street and arriving at Victoria Road via Railway 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 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m 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 Railway Station.

Where does the Perth to Ballater bus arrive?

Perth to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Victoria Road 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 131+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Perth to Ballater by bus, car, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
3h 33m
Drive 65.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Perth to Ballatercar 65.9 mi
1h 23m
£17–24
Bus via South Street
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
3h 41m
Bus via Mill Street
1. Take the bus from Mill Street to Crichton Streetbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
4h 34m
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Perth to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the taxi from Montrose to Ballatertaxi
1h 53m
£125–202

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 89.3 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Ember operates a bus from Railway Station to Victoria Road 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 9m.

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