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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Arbroath is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £9 - £13 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Arbroath is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Ballater to Arbroath?

The distance between Ballater and Arbroath is 96 miles. The road distance is 58.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Arbroath without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 55m and costs £14 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ballater to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Arbroath is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Ballater to Arbroath.

Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 241+ hotels available in Arbroath.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroathtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2h 55m
£14–37
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
4h 13m
£9–13
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Arbroathcar 58.2 mi
1h 17m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X7
4h 42m
£12–17

Ballater to Arbroath by bus and train

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Golf Road to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Union Square Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street in around 4h 13m.

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