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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Montrose is to line 201 bus and line 202 bus and bus which costs £11 - £14 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Montrose is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Montrose High Street via Mount Street and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Ballater to Montrose?

The distance between Ballater and Montrose is 84 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Montrose without a car is to line 201 bus and line 202 bus and train which takes 3h 2m and costs £13 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Ballater to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Montrose bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballater to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Montrose is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Ballater to Montrose.

Where can I stay near Montrose?

There are 203+ hotels available in Montrose.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Montrose 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 Montrosetrain
3h 2m
£13–30
Line 201 bus, line 202 bus, bus
cheapest
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 Aberdeen Union Street to Montrose High Streetbus
4h 2m
£11–14
Drive 45.8 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Montrosecar 45.8 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Montrosetaxi 45.8 mi
1h 1m
£200–240

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Distance: 83.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Golf Road to Montrose High Street via Mount Street, Union Square Bus Station, and Aberdeen Union Street in around 4h 2m.

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