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

The cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £14 - £19 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dornoch and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dornoch to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Cathedral Square and arriving at Aberdeen Union Street via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Dornoch and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Dornoch to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Tain and arriving at Aberdeen via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Dornoch to Aberdeen?

The distance between Dornoch and Aberdeen is 149 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 16m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Aberdeen bus from?

Dornoch to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Cathedral Square station.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Dornoch to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £14 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Dornoch to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Dornoch to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Dornoch to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dornoch to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dornoch to Aberdeen is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Dornoch to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 672+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
4h 16m
£37–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 55m
£14–19
Drive 142.7 mi
1. Drive from Dornoch to Aberdeencar 142.7 mi
2h 57m
£35–51
Bus via Dornoch
1. Take the bus from Dornoch to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 10m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
5h 48m
£55–122

Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Aberdeen Union Street via Bus Station Stance 3 and Inverness Union Street in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Aberdeen via Post Office, Tain, and Inverness in around 5h 48m.

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