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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater Station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Ballater Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ballater Station and Edinburgh is 129 miles. The road distance is 109.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater Station to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £15 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Ballater Station to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater Station to Edinburgh bus from?

Ballater Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Ballater station.

Where does the Ballater Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ballater Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Ballater Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater Station to Edinburgh is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Ballater Station to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2834+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ballater Station to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballater Station to Edinburgh by bus, car, or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
3h 43m
£15–23
Drive 109 mi
1. Drive from Ballater Station to Edinburghcar 109 mi
2h 15m
£27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
3h 50m
£27–58

Ballater Station to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Ballater Station, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ballater to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Dundee South Marketgait and Nethergate in around 3h 43m.

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