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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Nairn is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Nairn is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Nairn?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Nairn station. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Nairn Bus Station via Aberdeen Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Ballater to Nairn?

The distance between Ballater and Nairn is 100 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Nairn without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 1m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Ballater to Nairn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Nairn bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Nairn bus arrive?

Ballater to Nairn bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Airport station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Nairn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Nairn is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ballater to Nairn.

Where can I stay near Nairn?

There are 952+ hotels available in Nairn.

Ballater to Nairn - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballater to Nairn by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Inschtaxi
2. Take the train from Insch to Nairntrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2h 1m
£104–145
Drive 61.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballater to Nairncar 61.3 mi
1h 12m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Aberdeen Airportbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Airport to Nairn Bus Stationbus Ember
4h 13m
£17–25

Ballater to Nairn by bus

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4h 13mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.2 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Nairn Bus Station via Aberdeen Airport in around 4h 13m.

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