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John o' Groats to Dufftown

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John o' Groats, Great Britain → Dufftown, Great Britain

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Five ways to Travel from John O' Groats to Dufftown

Composite routes from John O' Groats to Dufftown

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Terminal to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$46.83
Bus from Post Office to Bus
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Bus Station Stance 5 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.02
Bus from Bus Station to The
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Dunnett's Transport

Phone:
+44 1955 605678
Website:
dunnetts.co/
Bus from Post Office to Bus
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
5 times a week

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$35.44
Train from Wick to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown?

The cheapest way to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown is to bus which costs $54.35 - $76.09 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown?

The fastest way to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between John o' Groats and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct bus from John o' Groats to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at The Clock Tower via Bus Terminal, Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from John o' Groats to Dufftown?

The distance between John o' Groats and Dufftown is 294 km. The road distance is 282.3 km.

How do I travel from John o' Groats to Dufftown without a car?

The best way to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 27m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown?

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the John o' Groats to Dufftown bus from?

John o' Groats to Dufftown bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Post Office station.

Train or bus from John o' Groats to Dufftown?

The best way to get from John o' Groats to Dufftown is to train which takes 9h 57m and costs $81.52 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus and line 36 bus, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the John o' Groats to Dufftown bus arrive?

John o' Groats to Dufftown bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from John o' Groats to Dufftown?

Yes, the driving distance between John o' Groats to Dufftown is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from John o' Groats to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 176+ hotels available in Dufftown. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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