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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Portree is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Portree. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Somerled Square via King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Portree?

The distance between Aberdeen and Portree is 224 miles. The road distance is 214.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Portree without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 27m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Aberdeen to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Portree bus from?

Aberdeen to Portree bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Portree bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Portree bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Portree is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Aberdeen to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 447+ hotels available in Portree.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
6h 27m
£46–87
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from King Street to Somerled Squarebus 917
7h 25m
£20–60
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Squarebus 917 / ...
7h 54m
£54–114
Drive 213.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Portreecar 213.3 mi
4h 25m
£52–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
7h 43m
£42–56

Aberdeen to Portree by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

7h 25mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 222.3 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Somerled Square via Inverness Union Street and King Street in around 7h 25m.

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