What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Dornoch?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Dornoch is to train and bus which costs £12 - £28 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Dornoch?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Dornoch is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Dornoch?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore to Dornoch. However, there are services departing from Cairngorm Hotel and arriving at Dornoch via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Dornoch?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Dornoch. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Tain via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Dornoch?

The distance between Aviemore and Dornoch is 76 miles. The road distance is 70.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Dornoch without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Dornoch without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 43m and costs £12 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Dornoch?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Aviemore to Dornoch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Dornoch bus from?

Aviemore to Dornoch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Cairngorm Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Dornoch train from?

Aviemore to Dornoch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Dornoch?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Dornoch is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Aviemore to Dornoch bus arrive?

Aviemore to Dornoch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Aviemore to Dornoch train arrive?

Aviemore to Dornoch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Dornoch?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Dornoch is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Aviemore to Dornoch.

Where can I stay near Dornoch?

There are 292+ hotels available in Dornoch.

Aviemore to Dornoch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Dornoch by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
2h 43m
£13–28
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
4h 18m
£31–63
Drive 70 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Dornochcar 70 mi
1h 26m
£18–25
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dornochbus Ember
3h 10m
£13–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dornochbus Ember
3h 14m
£14–20

Aviemore to Dornoch by train and bus

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Distance: 75.3 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Dornoch, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aviemore to Cathedral Square via Inverness, Tain, and Post Office in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Dornoch via Bus Station Stance 3 and Inverness Union Street in around 3h 10m.

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