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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Falkirk is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Asda via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Town Centre stances. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Ballater to Falkirk?

The distance between Ballater and Falkirk is 134 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Falkirk without a car is to bus and train via Dundee which takes 4h 5m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Ballater to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Falkirk is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Ballater to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 872+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballater to Falkirk 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 Stirlingtrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 5m
£31–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Cumbernauldbus Ember
5h 37m
£20–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Stirlingtrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 10m
£49–89
Drive 103.4 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Falkirkcar 103.4 mi
2h 9m
£26–37
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
6h 19m
£27–47

Ballater to Falkirk by bus and train

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Asda via Dundee South Marketgait, Dundee Slessor Gardens, and Town Centre stances in around 5h 37m.

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