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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Stonehaven is to bus via Barclay Street which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Stonehaven station. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Ballater to Stonehaven?

The distance between Ballater and Stonehaven is 59 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Stonehaven without a car is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs £5 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Ballater to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Stonehaven bus from?

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

Where does the Ballater to Stonehaven bus arrive?

Ballater to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Stonehaven is 40 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Ballater to Stonehaven.

Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

There are 643+ hotels available in Stonehaven.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2h 27m
£5–13
Bus via Barclay Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Barclay Streetbus X9 / ...
2h 41m
£4–8
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Stonehavencar 39.9 mi
49 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballater to Stonehaventaxi 39.9 mi
49 min
£170–210

Ballater to Stonehaven by bus and train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.4 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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