What is the cheapest way to get from Helmsdale to Alness?

The cheapest way to get from Helmsdale to Alness is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Helmsdale to Alness?

The fastest way to get from Helmsdale to Alness is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Helmsdale and Alness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Petrol Station station and arriving at Highland Hospice Shop. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Helmsdale and Alness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helmsdale and arriving at Alness. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Helmsdale to Alness?

The distance between Helmsdale and Alness is 51 miles. The road distance is 46 miles.

How do I travel from Helmsdale to Alness without a car?

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Alness without a car is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Helmsdale to Alness?

The bus from Petrol Station to Highland Hospice Shop takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Alness bus from?

Helmsdale to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Petrol Station.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Alness train from?

Helmsdale to Alness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helmsdale station.

Train or bus from Helmsdale to Alness?

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Alness is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Helmsdale to Alness bus arrive?

Helmsdale to Alness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Highland Hospice Shop station.

Where does the Helmsdale to Alness train arrive?

Helmsdale to Alness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Alness station.

Can I drive from Helmsdale to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsdale to Alness is 46 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Helmsdale to Alness.

How do I get a train ticket from Helmsdale to Alness?

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Where can I stay near Alness?

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Helmsdale to Alness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Helmsdale to Alness by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Highland Hospice Shopbus E6
1h 18m
Drive 45.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helmsdale to Alnesscar 45.7 mi
59 min
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Helmsdale to Alnesstrain Wick - Inverness
1h 50m
£19–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helmsdale to Alnesstaxi 45.7 mi
59 min
£95–120
Bus via Rosskean Church
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Rosskean Churchbus X99
1h 35m
£13–18

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 51 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Helmsdale, Scotland and Alness, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Petrol Station to Highland Hospice Shop every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Helmsdale to Alness 3 times a day. Tickets cost £19–45 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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