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

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle is to line 201 bus and line 202 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle is to drive which takes 1h and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and Drum Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Crathie and arriving at Drumoak. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Drum Castle is 38 miles. The road distance is 40.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs £7 - £10.

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

The bus from Crathie to Drumoak takes 59 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Drumoak station.

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle is 41 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle.

Where can I stay near Drum Castle?

There are 716+ hotels available in Drum Castle.

Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Drumoakbus Ember
1h 20m
£7–10
Line 201 bus, line 202 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Mount Streetbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mount Street to Sunnyside Drivebus 201 / ...
2h 13m
£6
Drive 40.3 mi
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castlecar 40.3 mi
1h
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balmoral Castle to Drum Castletaxi 40.3 mi
1h
£85–110

Balmoral Castle to Drum Castle by foot and bus

14Weekly Services

1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Ember operates a bus from Crathie to Drumoak twice daily. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 59 min.

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