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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballater to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Ballater to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 12 min
Car
174 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 53 min
Bus, Train
121 km.
from $113.16
5 h 19 min
122 km.
from $79.70
6 h 11 min
122 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Golf Road to Union
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Email:
ride@ember.to
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from Adelphi to George
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Edinburgh is to drive which costs $34.78 - $51.09 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Queensferry Street via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Ballater to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ballater and Edinburgh is 274 km. The road distance is 175.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 53m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Ballater to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Edinburgh bus from?

Ballater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Golf Road station.

Where does the Ballater to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ballater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Edinburgh is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Ballater to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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