What is the cheapest way to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness?

The cheapest way to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness is to bus which costs £21 - £26 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness?

The fastest way to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunnet Head and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunnet Head to Inverness station. However, there are services departing from Rose Cottage and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Dunnet Head and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Dunnet Head to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Dunnet Head to Inverness?

The distance between Dunnet Head and Inverness is 130 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dunnet Head to Inverness without a car?

The best way to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs £21 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunnet Head to Inverness bus from?

Dunnet Head to Inverness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Rose Cottage station.

Where do I catch the Dunnet Head to Inverness train from?

Dunnet Head to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.

Train or bus from Dunnet Head to Inverness?

The best way to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs £21 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £95 - £160 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Dunnet Head to Inverness bus arrive?

Dunnet Head to Inverness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Dunnet Head to Inverness train arrive?

Dunnet Head to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Dunnet Head to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunnet Head to Inverness is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Dunnet Head to Inverness.

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Inverness.

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There are 4 ways to get from Dunnet Head to Inverness by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rose Cottage to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
3h 37m
£22–26
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
4h 14m
£95–156
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunnet Head to Invernesscar 115.9 mi
2h 43m
£29–41
Bus via Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
3h 41m
£43–55

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Distance: 129.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Dunnet Head, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Rose Cottage to Bus Station Stance 3 5 times a day. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Inverness 4 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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