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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Fort William to Ballater

Composite routes from Fort William to Ballater

Cheapest
2 h 10 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
7 h 49 min
Bus, Train
127 km.
from $93.11
9 h 55 min
Train, Bus
126 km.
from $207.46
12 h 19 min
Train, bus via Edinburgh, Train, bus via Edinburgh
128 km.
from $5.43
8 h 55 min
126 km.
from $80.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32

Scottish Citylink

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

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Union Square Bus Station to Golf
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25

Ember

Phone:
+44 (0)131 510 4007
Email:
Website:
ember.to/
Bus from George Street to Adelphi
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93
Train from Fort William to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$101.26
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$120.25

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Fort William to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92
Train from Fort William to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Golf Road via Inverness Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Fort William to Ballater?

The distance between Fort William and Ballater is 347 km. The road distance is 176.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Fort William to Ballater without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 49m and costs $65.22 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Fort William to Ballater, including transfers.

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

Fort William to Ballater bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Ballater bus arrive?

Fort William to Ballater bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Bus Station Stance 2.

Can I drive from Fort William to Ballater?

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