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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Ballater is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Ballater. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Ballater via Rosyth and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Ballater?

The distance between Dunfermline and Ballater is 122 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Ballater without a car is to bus via Rosyth which takes 4h 33m and costs £19 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Dunfermline to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Ballater bus from?

Dunfermline to Ballater bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Rosyth station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Ballater bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Ballater is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Dunfermline to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 163+ hotels available in Ballater.

Dunfermline to Ballater - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 202 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline to Ballater by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Rosyth
best
1. Take the bus from Rosyth to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 33m
£19–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 57m
£17–25
Train, line 202 bus
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Music Hall to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
5h 40m
£41–97
Drive 94.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Ballatercar 94.5 mi
1h 54m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
4h 38m
£25–51

Dunfermline to Ballater by bus

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.6 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a bus from St Leonard's Church to Ballater via Parkside Street, Rosyth, and Dundee station in around 4h 33m.

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