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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Linlithgow is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Linlithgow is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Cross via Nethergate and Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Ballater to Linlithgow?

The distance between Ballater and Linlithgow is 143 miles. The road distance is 107.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Linlithgow without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 12m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Ballater to Linlithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Linlithgow bus from?

Ballater to Linlithgow bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Ballater station.

Where does the Ballater to Linlithgow bus arrive?

Ballater to Linlithgow bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Linlithgow is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Ballater to Linlithgow.

Where can I stay near Linlithgow?

There are 659+ hotels available in Linlithgow.

Ballater to Linlithgow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballater to Linlithgow by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
4h 12m
£34–64
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Golf Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
6h 36m
£22–33
Drive 106.8 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Linlithgowcar 106.8 mi
2h 7m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
3. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Crossbus X38
5h 13m
£24–41

Ballater to Linlithgow by bus and train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Cross via Dundee South Marketgait, Nethergate, Queensferry Street, and Shandwick Place in around 5h 13m.

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