The average bus between Aberdeen and Helmsdale takes 6h 41m and the fastest bus takes 5h 8m. The bus service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Helmsdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Aberdeen and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 3:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:22 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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9h 2m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Helmsdale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Aberdeen to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.
Aberdeen to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Helmsdale station.
The distance between Aberdeen and Helmsdale is 142.3 km. The road distance is 294 km.
You can take a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Helmsdale via Inverness Union Street in around 6h 8m.