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

The cheapest way to get from Rothes to Ballater is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothes to Ballater is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Rothes and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothes to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Kirk Place and arriving at Victoria Road via Bus Station, Shiprow and St Peter Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Rothes to Ballater?

The distance between Rothes and Ballater is 132 miles. The road distance is 49.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothes to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Rothes to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rothes to Ballater bus from?

Rothes to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Rothes to Ballater bus arrive?

Rothes to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rothes to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothes to Ballater is 50 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Rothes to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 132+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Victoria Roadbus E11
5h 3m
Drive 49.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rothes to Ballatercar 49.6 mi
58 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rothes to Ballatertaxi 49.6 mi
58 min
£160–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Victoria Roadbus E11
5h 13m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Kirk Place to Victoria Road via Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, Shiprow, and St Peter Street in around 5h 13m.

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