What is the cheapest way to get from Ballater to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to East Kilbride is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballater to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Ballater to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Bus Station via High Street, Seagate Bus Station and Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Ballater to East Kilbride?

The distance between Ballater and East Kilbride is 164 miles. The road distance is 128.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ballater to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Ballater to East Kilbride without a car is to bus and train via Dundee which takes 5h 9m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Ballater to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Ballater to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to East Kilbride bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to East Kilbride bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to East Kilbride is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Ballater to East Kilbride.

Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

There are 1499+ hotels available in East Kilbride.

Ballater to East Kilbride - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 6 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to East Kilbride by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Dundee
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 9m
£43–75
Bus, line 6 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
3. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
5h 24m
£26–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
6h 15m
£61–109
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to East Kilbridecar 127.6 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
6h 47m
£28–43

Ballater to East Kilbride by bus, train, and foot

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5h 9mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Ballater, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ballater to Bus Station via Dundee South Marketgait, High Street, Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Sauchiehall Lane in around 5h 24m.

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