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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster is to bus via Union Square Bus Station which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Scrabster?

The distance between Aberdeen and Scrabster is 241 miles. The road distance is 212 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster without a car is to train and bus via Inverness which takes 6h 40m and costs £17 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Scrabster bus from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £75 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Scrabster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Scrabster is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Aberdeen to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 46+ hotels available in Scrabster.

Aberdeen to Scrabster - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
6h 40m
£17–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
7h 37m
£2–73
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
7h 5m
£40–81
Drive 210.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Scrabstercar 210.7 mi
4h 32m
£52–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
6h 51m
£45–82
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
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 Ferry Terminalbus X99
8h 7m
£41–71

Aberdeen to Scrabster by bus

28Weekly Buses

7h 37mAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Scrabster.

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Distance: 239.5 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Scrabster via Inverness and Thurso in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness Union Street in around 7h 37m.

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