What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Dunnet Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore to Dunnet Head. However, there are services departing from Cairngorm Hotel and arriving at Ross Cottage via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Dunnet Head?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Dunnet Head. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Dunnet Head?

The distance between Aviemore and Dunnet Head is 164 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Dunnet Head without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 16m and costs £50 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Dunnet Head bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Dunnet Head train from?

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

Train or bus from Aviemore to Dunnet Head?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Dunnet Head is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Aviemore to Dunnet Head bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aviemore to Dunnet Head train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aviemore to Dunnet Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Dunnet Head is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Aviemore to Dunnet Head.

Where can I stay near Dunnet Head?

There are 118+ hotels available in Dunnet Head.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Drill Hallbus X99
5h 16m
£52–77
Drive 144.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aviemore to Dunnet Headcar 144.7 mi
3h 19m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
6h 2m
£130–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ross Cottagebus X99
5h 20m
£48–63
Bus via Royal Bank of Scotland
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
6h 32m
£42–54

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Dunnet Head, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aviemore to Dunnet Head via Inverness and Thurso in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Dunnet Head via Bus Station Stance 3 and Ross Cottage in around 5h 20m.

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