What is the cheapest way to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle is to bus which costs £4 - £9 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle?

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Ballater and Dunnottar Castle is 60 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to bus via Aberdeen Union Street which takes 3h 13m and costs £7 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Dunnottar Castle bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Dunnottar Castle is 42 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 639+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Ballater to Dunnottar Castle - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Dunnottar Castle by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
best
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
3h 13m
£7–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
3h 19m
£4–9
Drive 41.6 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Dunnottar Castlecar 41.6 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Dunnottar Castletaxi 41.6 mi
50 min
£180–220

Ballater to Dunnottar Castle by bus and foot

109Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Ballater, Scotland and Dunnottar Castle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Golf Road to Dunnottar Castle via Union Square Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street in around 3h 13m.

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