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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Aberdeen to Helmsdale

Composite routes from Aberdeen to Helmsdale

Cheapest
3 h 27 min
Car
269 km.
from $14
Other
5 h 2 min
Train, Bus
142 km.
from $108.52
6 h 10 min
142 km.
from $59.70
5 h 35 min
Plane, Bus
142 km.
from $147.72
5 h 50 min
142 km.
from $140.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Aberdeen Coach Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Belgrave
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$31.64
Bus from Bus Terminal to Petrol
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Airlines

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Aberdeen International Airport to Wick
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$151.89

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93
Train from Inverness to Helmsdale
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$82.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Helmsdale is to bus which costs $34.78 - $47.83 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Helmsdale is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Coach Station and arriving at Belgrave Hotel via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Helmsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Helmsdale via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Helmsdale?

The distance between Aberdeen and Helmsdale is 283 km. The road distance is 270.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Helmsdale without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $54.35 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Aberdeen to Helmsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Helmsdale bus from?

Aberdeen to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Aberdeen Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Helmsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Helmsdale?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Helmsdale is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $34.78 - $47.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65.22 - $152.17 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Helmsdale bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Helmsdale bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Helmsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Helmsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Helmsdale is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Aberdeen to Helmsdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Helmsdale?

Book your Aberdeen to Helmsdale train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Helmsdale?

There are 61+ hotels available in Helmsdale. Prices start at $62.74 per night.
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