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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Ballater is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station and arriving at Victoria Road via Seagate and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Stirling to Ballater?

The distance between Stirling and Ballater is 130 miles. The road distance is 96.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Ballater without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 25m and costs £130 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Stirling to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Ballater bus from?

Stirling to Ballater bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Ballater bus arrive?

Stirling to Ballater bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Dundee Seagate Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Ballater is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Stirling to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 131+ hotels available in Ballater.

Stirling to Ballater - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stirling to Ballater by train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the taxi from Montrose to Ballatertaxi
2h 25m
£133–180
Drive 95.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stirling to Ballatercar 95.9 mi
1h 58m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
4h 14m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus megabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
4h 36m
Bus via Park and Ride
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Railway Stationbus E3
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Victoria Roadbus E11
4h 49m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station to Victoria Road via Dundee Seagate Bus Station, Seagate, Whitehall Street, and Railway Station in around 4h 36m.

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