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 via Aberdeen which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 34m.

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. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Queensferry Street via Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Ballater Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ballater Station and Edinburgh is 128 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 and train which takes 3h 50m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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 2855+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
3h 50m
£26–58
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 34m
£18–27
Drive 109 mi
1. Drive from Ballater Station to Edinburghcar 109 mi
2h 15m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
3h 51m
£19–34

Ballater Station to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 127.1 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Queensferry Street via Dundee South Marketgait and Nethergate in around 3h 51m.

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