What is the cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies?

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies is to bus via Park & Ride which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies?

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and The Kelpies?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies. However, there are services departing from Crathie and arriving at Newlands Garage via Malmaison and Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and The Kelpies is 132 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies bus from?

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

Where does the Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies.

Where can I stay near The Kelpies?

There are 907+ hotels available in The Kelpies.

Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Stirlingtrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h
£37–67
Bus via Park & Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Park & Ridebus M92
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dalgrain Roadbus 28
5h 47m
£23–36
Drive 97.9 mi
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpiescar 97.9 mi
2h 11m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Malmaison to Terminalbus Fly
5h 13m

Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 131.6 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a vehicle from Balmoral Castle to The Kelpies via Crathie, Dundee South Marketgait, Malmaison, Terminal, and Newlands Garage in around 5h 13m.

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