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 and line 6 bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 25m.

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 Overgate and Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Ballater to East Kilbride?

The distance between Ballater and East Kilbride is 167 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 and line 21 bus which takes 5h 23m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m 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 1480+ hotels available in East Kilbride.

Ballater to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 21 bus

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

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Bus, train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to Bus Stationbus 21
5h 23m
£43–75
Bus, line 6 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
5h 25m
£26–37
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to East Kilbridecar 127.6 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Bus, line 201 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Town Centre Stancesbus M8
3. Take the bus from Monklands General Hospital to St Brides Churchbus 201
6h 57m
£27–39

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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, Overgate, Buchanan Bus Station, and Sauchiehall Lane in around 5h 25m.

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