What is the cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore?

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore?

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Crathie and arriving at Station via Overgate and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Aviemore is 170 miles. The road distance is 50.6 miles.

How do I travel from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore without a car?

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmoral Castle to Aviemore bus from?

Balmoral Castle to Aviemore bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Crathie station.

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Aviemore bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Aviemore bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to Aviemore is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 500+ hotels available in Aviemore.

Balmoral Castle to Aviemore - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Aviemore by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
4h 56m
£28–51
Drive 50.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Aviemorecar 50.3 mi
1h 16m
£13–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
5h 27m
£41–93

Balmoral Castle to Aviemore by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Aviemore, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Balmoral Castle to Station via Crathie, Dundee South Marketgait, Overgate, and Park and Ride in around 4h 56m.

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