What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £65 - £160 and takes 20h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats is to fly and bus which takes 9h 13m and costs £85 - £370.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and John o' Groats?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3 and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 59m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and John o' Groats is 721 miles. The road distance is 656.2 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 2m and costs £140 - £340.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats?

It takes approximately 15h 2m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats is to bus which takes 17h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via London Paddington, which costs £130 - £340 and takes 16h 27m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats is 656 miles. It takes approximately 12h to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats.

Where can I stay near John o' Groats?

There are 171+ hotels available in John o' Groats.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats - 12 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 12 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats by train, bus, car, or plane

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 King's Cross to InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus TerminalX99
15h 2m
£141–339
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh, Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus TerminalX99
20h 40m
£67–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus TerminalX99
17h 59m
Drive 652.4 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats652.4 mi
12h
£162–235
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Terminal
9h 13m
£87–365
Train via London Paddington
1. Take the train from King's Cross to InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to WickInverness - Wick
16h 27m
£134–334
Train
1. Take the train from Finsbury Park to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to WickInverness - Wick
19h 47m
£94–133
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Terminal
10h 5m
£73–211
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Terminal
10h 24m
£82–220
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Terminal
11h 33m
£116–360
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Terminal
12h 29m
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Coach Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Terminal
12h 30m
£82–326

Heathrow Terminal 5 to John o' Groats by foot, train, subway, and bus

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15h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 716.4 mi
Duration: 15h 2m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and John o' Groats, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Bus Terminal in around 17h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Office via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Inverness, Wick, and Bus Terminal in around 16h 27m.

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