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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Aviemore is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Aviemore is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Station via Overgate and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Ballater to Aviemore?

The distance between Ballater and Aviemore is 177 miles. The road distance is 48.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Ballater to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Aviemore is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Ballater to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 502+ hotels available in Aviemore.

Ballater to Aviemore - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Aviemore by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
5h 2m
£21–37
Drive 47.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Aviemorecar 47.9 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Aviemoretaxi 47.9 mi
1h 2m
£210–250
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
5h 27m
£41–94
Bus via Burnside Avenue
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Burnside Avenuebus M91
6h 1m
£26–41

Ballater to Aviemore by bus

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Station via Dundee South Marketgait, Overgate, and Park and Ride in around 5h 2m.

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