How to Travel from
Cairnryan to Ballater
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Schedule
Cairnryan, Great Britain → Ballater, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}
Composite routes from Cairnryan to Ballater
Cheapest
3 h 55 min
Car
327 km.
from $17
Other
8 h 5 min
261 km.
from $109.34
10 h 8 min
Train, Bus
260 km.
from $204.96
8 h 19 min
Bus, Train
260 km.
from $119.61
9 h 24 min
Bus, Train
260 km.
from $115.03
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Glasgow to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Megabus UK
Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Scottish Citylink
Bus from Glasgow to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Stagecoach West Scotland
Bus from Old Pier to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02
Stagecoach North Scotland
Bus from Union Square Bus Station to Golf
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train operators
Translink UK
Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97
ScotRail
Train from Stranraer to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$126.58
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Ballater?
The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Ballater is to drive which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 3h 53m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Ballater?
The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Ballater is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Ballater?
No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Golf Road via Glasgow and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.
How far is it from Cairnryan to Ballater?
The distance between Cairnryan and Ballater is 440 km. The road distance is 328 km.
How do I travel from Cairnryan to Ballater without a car?
The best way to get from Cairnryan to Ballater without a car is to Bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 .
How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Ballater?
It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Cairnryan to Ballater, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Ballater bus from?
Cairnryan to Ballater bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.
Where does the Cairnryan to Ballater bus arrive?
Cairnryan to Ballater bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.
Can I drive from Cairnryan to Ballater?
Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Ballater is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Cairnryan to Ballater.
Where can I stay near Ballater?
There are 117+ hotels available in Ballater. Prices start at $40.52 per night.
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