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

The cheapest way to get from Troon to Ballater is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Troon to Ballater is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Troon and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Troon to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Portland Street and arriving at Ballater via Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Troon to Ballater?

The distance between Troon and Ballater is 187 miles. The road distance is 154.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Troon to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 53m and costs £27 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Troon to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Troon to Ballater bus from?

Troon to Ballater bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Troon to Ballater bus arrive?

Troon to Ballater bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Can I drive from Troon to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Troon to Ballater is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Troon to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 133+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Troon to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus
5h 53m
£27–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
7h
£14–53
Train, bus via Dundee
1. Take the train from Troon to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus
6h 41m
£26–60
Drive 153.7 mi
1. Drive from Troon to Ballatercar 153.7 mi
3h 2m
£37–54

Troon to Ballater by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 53mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Troon to Ballater.

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Distance: 185.9 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Portland Street to Ballater via Dunlop Street, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 7h.

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