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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Arbroath is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 17m.

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 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Bus Station via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Ballater to Arbroath?

The distance between Ballater and Arbroath is 88 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 line 72 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £14 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m 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 Ember, depart from Ballater station.

Where does the Ballater to Arbroath bus arrive?

Ballater to Arbroath bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait 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 258+ hotels available in Arbroath.

Ballater to Arbroath - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 72 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 72 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
2h 54m
£14–20
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Arbroathcar 58.2 mi
1h 17m
£15–21
Line 201 bus, line 202 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Mount Streetbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Arbroathtrain
3h 6m
£19–49

Ballater to Arbroath by bus

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Bus Station via Dundee South Marketgait and High Street in around 2h 54m.

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