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

The cheapest way to get from Portsoy to Ballater is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsoy to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £13 - £20.

How far is it from Portsoy to Ballater?

The distance between Portsoy and Ballater is 122 miles. The road distance is 55.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsoy to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 34m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Portsoy to Ballater, including transfers.

Can I drive from Portsoy to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsoy to Ballater is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Portsoy to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 133+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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

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 University of Aberdeen to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 34m
£73–127
Drive 55.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsoy to Ballatercar 55.3 mi
1h 13m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reidhaven Square to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 54m
£69–106
Train, bus via The Square
1. Take the train from Keith Station to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from University of Aberdeen to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 33m
£38–85

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portsoy to Ballater.

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Distance: 120.8 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Portsoy to Ballater via Reidhaven Square, Union Square Bus Station, Guild Street, and Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 4h 54m.

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