If you’re an anglophile, one of the most magical places to visit in the British Isles is Balmoral Castle. This castle is the royal residence of Britain’s royal family, and has been a holiday home of the monarchy since 1852. But just how far is Balmoral Castle from London? Keep reading to learn more about the royal residence and its location.

First, let’s talk about the distance. Balmoral Castle is located on Royal Deeside, right near the Cairngorms National Park in Scotland. The exact distance between the castle and London is around 420 miles, or 676 kilometers. That means it’s roughly an 8 hour drive from the city to the castle.

But, of course, there are other ways to get to Balmoral if you’re not up for a long road trip. You could travel to Aberdeen Airport, which is about an hour’s drive away, and take a helicopter to the castle. Or, you could travel by train from London to the nearest towns (Ballater or Aberdeen), and take a bus from there.

Once you’re finally at Balmoral Castle, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the Scottish countryside. In front of the castle’s entrance stands a sweeping lawn surrounded by a mass of trees and shrubs, followed by woodland and hills. If you’re lucky, you might get to experience a grouse shooting party that the royals host at the castle throughout the summer. However, non-royal visitors are not granted access to the actual residence.

Balmoral Castle makes for a wonderful day trip or weekend getaway, and you won’t forget the experience! So, if you’ve ever wanted to explore the royal grounds of the British monarchy, start dreaming of your trip to Balmoral today!