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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Scotland to John O' Groats

Composite routes from Scotland to John O' Groats

Cheapest
3 h 54 min
Car
300 km.
from $16
Other
4 h 48 min
Plane, Bus
214 km.
from $138.85
9 h 4 min
214 km.
from $101.24
9 h 59 min
Train, Bus
213 km.
from $182.54
10 h 9 min
214 km.
from $244.74
11 h 24 min
214 km.
from $182.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
bluebird.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Tesco to Post
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.96–$8.86
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$46.83

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

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Perth to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.90–$75.95

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$54.43
Train from Perth to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Wick
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to John o' Groats is to bus which costs $59.78 - $81.52 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to John o' Groats is to fly and line 80 bus which takes 4h 48m and costs $70.65 - $141.30 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to John o' Groats. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Bus Station Stance 3 and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

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

The distance between Scotland and John o' Groats is 187 km. The road distance is 445.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to John o' Groats without a car is to bus which takes 9h 4m and costs $59.78 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Scotland to John o' Groats, including transfers.

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

Scotland to John o' Groats bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to John o' Groats?

The best way to get from Scotland to John o' Groats is to bus which takes 9h 4m and costs $59.78 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $260.87 and takes 10h 9m.

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

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

Can I drive from Scotland to John o' Groats?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to John o' Groats is 445 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Scotland to John o' Groats.

Where can I stay near John o' Groats?

There are 144+ hotels available in John o' Groats. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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