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

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Ballater is to line 201 bus which costs £2 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Ballater is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and Ballater?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balmoral Rd End and arriving at Golf Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Ballater?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Ballater is 8 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to Ballater without a car is to line 201 bus which takes 23 min and costs £2.

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

The line 201 bus from Balmoral Rd End to Golf Road takes 12 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Balmoral Castle to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Balmoral Rd End station.

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Ballater bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Golf Road station.

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to Ballater is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Balmoral Castle to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 162+ hotels available in Ballater.

Balmoral Castle to Ballater - 3 ways to travel via line 201 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Ballater by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 201 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Balmoral Rd End to Golf Roadbus 201 / ...
23 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmoral Castle to Ballatertaxi 11 mi
23 min
£26–31
Drive 11 mi
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Ballatercar 11 mi
23 min
£3–4

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Balmoral Rd End to Golf Road hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 12 min.

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