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

The cheapest way to get from Nairn to Aviemore is to bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairn to Aviemore is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Nairn and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairn station to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Nairn and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Nairn to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Nairn and arriving at Aviemore via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Nairn to Aviemore?

The distance between Nairn and Aviemore is 49 miles. The road distance is 32.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nairn to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 1h 29m and costs £7 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Nairn to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Aviemore bus from?

Nairn to Aviemore bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Nairn to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Nairn to Aviemore is to bus which takes 1h 29m and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Nairn to Aviemore bus arrive?

Nairn to Aviemore bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 5.

Where does the Nairn to Aviemore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nairn to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairn to Aviemore is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Nairn to Aviemore.

How do I get a train ticket from Nairn to Aviemore?

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Where can I stay near Aviemore?

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 5bus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Stationbus Uk094 / ...
1h 29m
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Nairn to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
1h 59m
£13–31
Drive 32.7 mi
1. Drive from Nairn to Aviemorecar 32.7 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nairn to Aviemoretaxi 32.7 mi
42 min
£140–180
Bus via Inverness Union Street
1. Take the bus from Nairn Bus Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aviemore stationbus Ember
1h 55m
£11–16

Nairn to Aviemore by bus

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Station via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nairn to Aviemore via Inverness in around 1h 59m.

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