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

The cheapest way to get from Nairn to Portlethen is to bus which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairn to Portlethen is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Nairn and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairn station to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Nairn Bus Station and arriving at Roadside of Cookston via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Nairn and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct train from Nairn to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Nairn and arriving at Portlethen via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Nairn to Portlethen?

The distance between Nairn and Portlethen is 100 miles. The road distance is 94.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nairn to Portlethen without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Nairn to Portlethen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Portlethen bus from?

Nairn to Portlethen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Nairn Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Portlethen train from?

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

Train or bus from Nairn to Portlethen?

The best way to get from Nairn to Portlethen is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Nairn to Portlethen bus arrive?

Nairn to Portlethen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Nairn to Portlethen train arrive?

Nairn to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Nairn to Portlethen?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairn to Portlethen is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Nairn to Portlethen.

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

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Where can I stay near Portlethen?

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There are 3 ways to get from Nairn to Portlethen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nairn to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2h 46m
£42–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nairn Bus Station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
3h 13m
£13–19
Drive 94.2 mi
1. Drive from Nairn to Portlethencar 94.2 mi
1h 54m
£23–33

Nairn to Portlethen by train

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Distance: 99.6 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Nairn to Aberdeen every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Nairn Bus Station to Aberdeen Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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