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

The cheapest way to get from Carnoustie to Ballater is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnoustie to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Carnoustie and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnoustie station to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Ballater via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Carnoustie to Ballater?

The distance between Carnoustie and Ballater is 80 miles. The road distance is 64 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnoustie to Ballater without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs £12 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Carnoustie to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnoustie to Ballater bus from?

Carnoustie to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dundee station.

Where does the Carnoustie to Ballater bus arrive?

Carnoustie to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Ballater station.

Can I drive from Carnoustie to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnoustie to Ballater is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Carnoustie to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 163+ hotels available in Ballater.

Carnoustie to Ballater - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 202 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Carnoustie to Ballater by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 20m
£12–21
Drive 63.6 mi
1. Drive from Carnoustie to Ballatercar 63.6 mi
1h 25m
£16–23
Train, line 202 bus, line 201 bus
1. Take the train from Carnoustie to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from Music Hall to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
3. Take the bus from Mount Street to Golf Roadbus 201 / ...
4h 5m
£23–49

Carnoustie to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.7 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Ember operates a bus from Dundee station to Ballater twice daily. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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