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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Alnmouth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Alnmouth is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Ballater and Alnmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Ballater to Alnmouth. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Alnmouth via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Ballater to Alnmouth?

The distance between Ballater and Alnmouth is 218 miles. The road distance is 196.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Alnmouth without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 12m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Ballater to Alnmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Alnmouth train from?

Ballater to Alnmouth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Where does the Ballater to Alnmouth train arrive?

Ballater to Alnmouth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Alnmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Alnmouth is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Ballater to Alnmouth.

Where can I stay near Alnmouth?

There are 1975+ hotels available in Alnmouth.

Ballater to Alnmouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ballater to Alnmouth by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
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1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain
5h 12m
£44–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain
5h 14m
£54–123
Drive 195.6 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Alnmouthcar 195.6 mi
4h 2m
£49–70
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Alnmouthtrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 21m
£54–123
Bus, train #3
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Cupar to Alnmouthtrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
5h 59m
£79–119
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
6h 35m
£68–164

Ballater to Alnmouth by bus, foot, and train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.9 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Ballater, Scotland and Alnmouth, England?

You can take a bus from Golf Road to Alnmouth via Mount Street, Music Hall, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 35m.

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