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

The cheapest way to get from Strathpeffer to Ballater is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strathpeffer to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Strathpeffer and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathpeffer to Ballater. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Ballater via Inverness Union Street and Aberdeen Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Strathpeffer to Ballater?

The distance between Strathpeffer and Ballater is 107 miles. The road distance is 88.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strathpeffer to Ballater without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 35m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Strathpeffer to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathpeffer to Ballater bus from?

Strathpeffer to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from The Square station.

Where does the Strathpeffer to Ballater bus arrive?

Strathpeffer to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Can I drive from Strathpeffer to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathpeffer to Ballater is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Strathpeffer to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 145+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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

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 Dingwall to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain
3. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Ballatertaxi
4h 35m
£118–175
Drive 87.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strathpeffer to Ballatercar 87.8 mi
1h 45m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Bus Station Stance 4bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus
6h 53m
£60–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Bus Station Stance 4bus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Pittodriebus
3. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus
7h 43m
£27–39

Strathpeffer to Ballater by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 43mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Strathpeffer to Ballater.

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Distance: 106.3 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Ballater via Bus Station Stance 4, Inverness Union Street, and Aberdeen Pittodrie in around 7h 43m.

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