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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Laurencekirk is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Laurencekirk is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Laurencekirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Laurencekirk. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Trafalgar Lane via Mount Street, Union Square Bus Station and Barclay Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Ballater to Laurencekirk?

The distance between Ballater and Laurencekirk is 74 miles. The road distance is 37.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Laurencekirk without a car is to line 201 bus and line 202 bus and train which takes 3h 8m and costs £17 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Ballater to Laurencekirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Laurencekirk bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Laurencekirk bus arrive?

Ballater to Laurencekirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Mount Street station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Laurencekirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Laurencekirk is 37 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Ballater to Laurencekirk.

Where can I stay near Laurencekirk?

There are 256+ hotels available in Laurencekirk.

Ballater to Laurencekirk - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 201 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Laurencekirk by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 201 bus, line 202 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Mount Streetbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Laurencekirktrain
3h 8m
£17–29
Drive 37.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Laurencekirkcar 37.1 mi
49 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Laurencekirktaxi 37.1 mi
49 min
£80–100
Line 201 bus, line 202 bus, bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Mount Streetbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mount Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Barclay Streetbus X7
4. Take the bus from Barclay Street to Trafalgar Lanebus 26
4h 26m

Ballater to Laurencekirk by bus and train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.4 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Golf Road to Trafalgar Lane via Mount Street, Union Square Bus Station, and Barclay Street in around 4h 26m.

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