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 Ballater via Seagate and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Stirling to Ballater?

The distance between Stirling and Ballater is 123 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 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £12 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m 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 130+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Stirling 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 Stirling to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 7m
£12–49
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 35m
£7–41
Drive 95.9 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Ballatercar 95.9 mi
1h 58m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus megabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 29m
£11–43

Stirling to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station to Ballater via Dundee Seagate Bus Station, Seagate, Whitehall Street, and Dundee station in around 4h 29m.

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