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

The cheapest way to get from Pollokshields to Ballater is to bus via Dundee which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pollokshields to Ballater is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pollokshields and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Pollokshields to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Edwin Street and arriving at Ballater via Buchanan Bus Stn and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Pollokshields to Ballater?

The distance between Pollokshields and Ballater is 156 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pollokshields to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 21m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Pollokshields to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pollokshields to Ballater bus from?

Pollokshields to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Pollokshields to Ballater bus arrive?

Pollokshields to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Pollokshields to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Pollokshields to Ballater is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Pollokshields to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 145+ hotels available in Ballater.

Pollokshields to Ballater - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pollokshields to Ballater by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 21m
£45–80
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 57m
£19–31
Drive 124.3 mi
1. Drive from Pollokshields to Ballatercar 124.3 mi
2h 28m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 52m
£21–32

Pollokshields to Ballater by subway, train, and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Edwin Street to Ballater via Buchanan Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Stn, and Dundee station in around 5h 52m.

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