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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thurso to Ballater

Composite routes from Thurso to Ballater

Cheapest
3 h 42 min
Car
285 km.
from $15
Other
6 h 28 min
Train, Taxi
174 km.
from $331.83
9 h 28 min
Bus, Train
173 km.
from $109.96
6 h 47 min
Plane, Bus
174 km.
from $158.24
9 h 37 min
Train, Bus
174 km.
from $187.27
10 h 23 min
174 km.
from $104.25

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
Megabus UK
Website
Stagecoach North Scotland
Website
Megabus UK
Website
3h 22m
Every 4 hours
$16.46–$24.05
[email protected]
Contact via email
Stagecoach North Scotland
Website
3h 44m
Once daily
$40.50–$53.16
01224591381
01224591381
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Eastern Airways
Website
Eastern Airways
Website
40 min
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$94.93–$202.52
Train operators
Found: 2
LNER
Website
ScotRail
Website
LNER
Website
35 min
Once daily
$13.92–$21.52
+44 345 722 5333
+44 345 722 5333
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
ScotRail
Website
3h 53m
4 times a day
$54.43–$120.25
+44 344 811 0141
+44 344 811 0141
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Ballater is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Ballater is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Sir Georges Street Church and arriving at Golf Road via Inverness Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Thurso to Ballater?

The distance between Thurso and Ballater is 376 km. The road distance is 285.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Ballater without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 28m and costs $184.78 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Thurso to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Ballater bus from?

Thurso to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Sir Georges Street Church station.

Where does the Thurso to Ballater bus arrive?

Thurso to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Thurso to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Ballater is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Thurso to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 120+ hotels available in Ballater. Prices start at $39.20 per night.
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