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

The cheapest way to get from Sutherland to Aberdeen is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sutherland to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Sutherland and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Sutherland to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Road End and arriving at Aberdeen Union Street via War Memorial and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sutherland and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Sutherland to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Lairg and arriving at Aberdeen via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Sutherland to Aberdeen?

The distance between Sutherland and Aberdeen is 171 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sutherland to Aberdeen without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Sutherland to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sutherland to Aberdeen bus from?

Sutherland to Aberdeen bus services, operated by The Durness Bus, depart from War Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Sutherland to Aberdeen train from?

Sutherland to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lairg station.

Train or bus from Sutherland to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Sutherland to Aberdeen is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Sutherland to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Sutherland to Aberdeen bus services, operated by The Durness Bus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 6.

Where does the Sutherland to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sutherland to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutherland to Aberdeen is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Sutherland to Aberdeen.

Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

There are 667+ hotels available in Aberdeen.

Sutherland to Aberdeen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Bus Station Stance 6bus 805
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
5h 56m
Drive 166.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sutherland to Aberdeencar 166.2 mi
3h 24m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Bus Station Stance 6bus 805
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
6h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Lairg to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
6h 35m
£74–143
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lairg to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
7h 14m
£41–70

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Road End to Aberdeen Union Street via War Memorial, Bus Station Stance 6, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Road End to Aberdeen via Station, Lairg, and Inverness in around 6h 35m.

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