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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Ballater is to bus via Dundee which costs £16 - £27 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Ballater is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Stn and arriving at Ballater via Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Scotland to Ballater?

The distance between Scotland and Ballater is 152 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 40m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Scotland to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Ballater bus from?

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

Where does the Scotland to Ballater bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Ballater is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Scotland to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 133+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland 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
4h 40m
£45–78
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 2m
£16–26
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Ballatercar 122.3 mi
2h 22m
£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
4h 59m
£20–29

Scotland to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scotland to Ballater.

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Distance: 151.3 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Scotland and Ballater, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Ballater via Dundee station in around 4h 59m.

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