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

The cheapest way to get from Nairn to Scrabster is to bus via Bus Station which costs £4 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairn to Scrabster is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Nairn and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairn to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Scrabster Terminal Building via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Nairn and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct train from Nairn to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Nairn and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Nairn to Scrabster?

The distance between Nairn and Scrabster is 149 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nairn to Scrabster without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Nairn to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Scrabster bus from?

Nairn to Scrabster bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Scrabster train from?

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

Train or bus from Nairn to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Nairn to Scrabster is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Nairn to Scrabster bus arrive?

Nairn to Scrabster bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Scrabster Terminal Building station.

Where does the Nairn to Scrabster train arrive?

Nairn to Scrabster train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.

Can I drive from Nairn to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairn to Scrabster is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Nairn to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 115+ hotels available in Scrabster.

Nairn to Scrabster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nairn to Scrabster by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Terminal Buildingbus Ember
4h 50m
£21–32
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
5h 19m
£4
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
5h 16m
£79–141
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Nairn to Scrabstercar 123.7 mi
2h 47m
£31–44

Nairn to Scrabster by train and bus

42Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.1 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Terminal Building every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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