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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballater to Fort William

Composite routes from Ballater to Fort William

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
8 h 3 min
Bus, Train
127 km.
from $93.60
9 h 11 min
126 km.
from $79.70

Transport providers

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Aberdeen Coach Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Belford
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Golf Road to Union
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Email:
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from Adelphi to George
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballater to Fort William?

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Fort William is to drive which costs $34.78 - $52.17 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballater to Fort William?

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Fort William is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Fort William?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Fort William. However, there are services departing from Golf Road and arriving at Belford Hospital via Aberdeen Coach Station and Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Ballater to Fort William?

The distance between Ballater and Fort William is 346 km. The road distance is 176.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballater to Fort William without a car?

The best way to get from Ballater to Fort William without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 3m and costs $65.22 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Ballater to Fort William?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Ballater to Fort William, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Fort William bus from?

Ballater to Fort William bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Golf Road station.

Where does the Ballater to Fort William bus arrive?

Ballater to Fort William bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Fort William?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Fort William is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Ballater to Fort William.

Where can I stay near Fort William?

There are 572+ hotels available in Fort William. Prices start at $8.87 per night.
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