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

The cheapest way to get from Scone to Ballater is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Scone to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Scone and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Scone to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Mansfield Road and arriving at Ballater via Perth South Street and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Scone to Ballater?

The distance between Scone and Ballater is 93 miles. The road distance is 64.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scone to Ballater without a car is to bus via Perth which takes 4h 7m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Scone to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scone to Ballater bus from?

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

Where does the Scone to Ballater bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scone to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Scone to Ballater is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Scone to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 145+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scone to Ballater by 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.

Bus via Perth
best
1. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 7m
£20–33
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mill Street to Crichton Streetbus 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h
£15–23
Drive 64.4 mi
1. Drive from Scone to Ballatercar 64.4 mi
1h 20m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Perth South Street to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 23m
£17–26

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scone to Ballater.

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Distance: 92.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Scone, 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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