How to get from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle by bus?

Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle - Bus Timetable

The 201 bus from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle runs from 05:45 to 21:45, with departures every 1 hr-4 hr 15 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 25 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle by bus

To get from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, take the 201 bus from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station to Golf Road, Ballater station. Next, take the 201 bus from Golf Road, Ballater station to Balmoral Rd End, Crathie station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is £18.50. The bus schedule from Aberdeen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Balmoral Castle on the Moovit app.

145min£18.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 201201
Bus - 201201
Walk to Balmoral Castle
Leaves from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070081
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Ballater
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Golf Road, Ballater
    ID 630042061
    102 min
  • 4
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Braemar
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Balmoral Rd End, Crathie
    ID 630041661
    11 min
  • 6
    Walk to Balmoral Castle
    Walk to
    Balmoral Castle
    2.11 km • 27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle

The distance between Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire is approximately 82.15 km, which can typically be travelled in 145 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Aberdeenshire – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle

To check the bus timetable from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aberdeen) and destination (Balmoral Castle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle?

    The fastest way takes 145 minutes, using Bus line 201, Bus line 201.

  • Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Balmoral Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle?

    The 201 bus line goes from Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station near Aberdeen in Scotland to Golf Road, Ballater station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Golf Road, Ballater station near Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire.

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle by bus?

    The total travel time between Aberdeen in Scotland and Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire by bus is about 2 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Aberdeen to get to Balmoral Castle?

    Get on the 201 bus from the Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen stop near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Aberdeen and Balmoral Castle?

    Get off the bus at the Golf Road, Ballater stop, which is closest to Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire.

  • When is the last bus from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle?

    The last bus from Aberdeen in Scotland to Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire is the Union Square - Banchory/Ballater/Braemar line. It leaves the Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen stop at 20:15.

  • How much is the bus fare from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle?

    The ride from Aberdeen to Balmoral Castle costs £18.50.

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