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

The cheapest way to get from Ullapool to Ballater is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ullapool to Ballater is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ullapool and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Ullapool to Ballater. However, there are services departing from High School and arriving at Victoria Road via Union Street and St Peter Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Ullapool to Ballater?

The distance between Ullapool and Ballater is 142 miles. The road distance is 126.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ullapool to Ballater without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 4h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Ullapool to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ullapool to Ballater bus from?

Ullapool to Ballater bus services, operated by D + E Coaches, depart from High School station.

Where does the Ullapool to Ballater bus arrive?

Ullapool to Ballater bus services, operated by D + E Coaches, arrive at Bus Station Stance 6.

Can I drive from Ullapool to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Ullapool to Ballater is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Ullapool to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 131+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ullapool to Ballater by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Bus, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain
3. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Ballatertaxi
4h 7m
Drive 125.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ullapool to Ballatercar 125.5 mi
2h 24m
£31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Victoria Roadbus E11
6h 54m
Bus
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Erroll Streetbus E7
3. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Victoria Roadbus E11
7h 31m
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
3. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Victoria Roadbus E11
8h 7m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 141.2 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from High School to Victoria Road via Bus Station Stance 6, Union Street, and St Peter Street in around 7h 31m.

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