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

The cheapest way to get from Fife to Ballater is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fife to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Fife and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Fife station to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Ballater via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Fife to Ballater?

The distance between Fife and Ballater is 84 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fife to Ballater without a car is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £15 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Fife to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fife to Ballater bus from?

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

Where does the Fife to Ballater bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fife to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Fife to Ballater is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Fife to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 162+ hotels available in Ballater.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 23m
£15–25
Train, line 202 bus
1. Take the train from Cupar to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Music Hall to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
4h 34m
£46–79
Drive 79.5 mi
1. Drive from Fife to Ballatercar 79.5 mi
1h 41m
£20–28

Fife to Ballater by train and bus

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Fife, 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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