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Seven ways to Travel from Aberdeen to John O'groats

Composite routes from Aberdeen to John O'groats

Cheapest
4 h 41 min
Car
353 km.
from $19
Other
7 h 45 min
Train, Bus
176 km.
from $134.89
8 h 53 min
176 km.
from $86.07
9 h 10 min
176 km.
from $198.48
4 h 52 min
Bus, Plane
175 km.
from $122.24
8 h 7 min
Bus, Plane
175 km.
from $234.78

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 Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$46.83
Bus from Tesco to Car
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Travel Centre to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Aberdeen International Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$379.73

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 Wick
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24

Other operators

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats is to bus which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 8h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and John O'Groats?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to John O'Groats. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Coach Station and arriving at Car Park via Bus Station Stance 3 and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to John O'Groats?

The distance between Aberdeen and John O'Groats is 369 km. The road distance is 353.6 km.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to John O'Groats without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $70.65 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats?

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to John O'Groats bus from?

Aberdeen to John O'Groats bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Aberdeen Coach Station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to John O'Groats?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to John O'Groats is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs $92.39 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Aberdeen to John O'Groats bus arrive?

Aberdeen to John O'Groats bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to John O'Groats?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to John O'Groats is 354 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Aberdeen to John O'Groats.

Where can I stay near John O'Groats?

There are 145+ hotels available in John O'Groats. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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