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

The cheapest way to get from Portsoy to Ballater is to bus and line 35 bus and line 202 bus which costs £10 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsoy to Ballater is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Portsoy and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsoy to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Seafield Street and arriving at Golf Road via Union Road, The Square, Union Square Bus Station and Mount Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Portsoy to Ballater?

The distance between Portsoy and Ballater is 102 miles. The road distance is 55.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsoy to Ballater without a car is to bus and line 35 bus and line 202 bus which takes 5h 24m and costs £10.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Portsoy to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsoy to Ballater bus from?

Portsoy to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Union Road station.

Where does the Portsoy to Ballater bus arrive?

Portsoy to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at The Square station.

Can I drive from Portsoy to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsoy to Ballater is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Portsoy to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 161+ hotels available in Ballater.

Portsoy to Ballater - 2 ways to travel via bus, line 35 bus, and line 202 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Portsoy to Ballater by bus or car

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Bus, line 35 bus, line 202 bus
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1. Take the bus from Union Road to The Squarebus 35 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square to Union Square Bus Stationbus 35 / ...
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Mount Streetbus 202 / ...
5h 24m
£10
Drive 55.3 mi
1. Drive from Portsoy to Ballatercar 55.3 mi
1h 13m
£14–20

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Distance: 101.6 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Seafield Street to Golf Road via Union Road, The Square, Union Square Bus Station, and Mount Street in around 5h 24m.

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