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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Ballater is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy to Ballater. However, there are services departing from St Marie's Church and arriving at Ballater via Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Ballater?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Ballater is 102 miles. The road distance is 94 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Ballater without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 46m and costs £16 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Kirkcaldy to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Ballater bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Ballater bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Ballater is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 164+ hotels available in Ballater.

Kirkcaldy to Ballater - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 202 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Ballater by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 46m
£17–35
Train, line 202 bus
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Music Hall to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
4h 16m
£28–72
Drive 93.5 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Ballatercar 93.5 mi
1h 58m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 46
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Ballaterbus Ember
5h 4m
£18–26

Kirkcaldy to Ballater by train and bus

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3h 46mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.9 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from St Marie's Church to Ballater via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Dundee station in around 5h 4m.

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