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Trip Overview

The average bus between Melvich and Helmsdale takes 4h 51m and the fastest bus takes 4h 1m. The bus runs, on average, 3 times per week from Melvich 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.

4h 51m
Duration
72 mi
Distance
3 times a week
Frequency

Melvich to Helmsdale bus times

Buses run 3 times a week between Melvich and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 11:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melvich is at 11:14 AM which arrives into Helmsdale at 4:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    The Durness BusEmber5h 15m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    The Durness BusEmber4h 1m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    The Durness BusEmber5h 15m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melvich 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.

Map of how to get from Melvich to Helmsdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 72.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Melvich, Scotland and Helmsdale, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Rowanbank to Helmsdale via Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland in around 2h 46m.

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