The average bus between Helmsdale and Aberdeen takes 6h 7m and the fastest bus takes 4h 52m. The bus service runs several times per day from Helmsdale to Aberdeen. 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 every 4 hours between Helmsdale and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Helmsdale is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 5:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 28m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Helmsdale to Aberdeen? 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 Helmsdale to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Helmsdale station and arriving at Aberdeen Union Street station via Inverness Union Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.
Helmsdale to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Helmsdale station.
Helmsdale to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.
The distance between Helmsdale and Aberdeen is 142.3 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a bus from Helmsdale to Aberdeen Union Street via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 58m.