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

The cheapest way to get from Helmsdale to Portree is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helmsdale to Portree is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Helmsdale and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmsdale station to Portree. However, there are services departing from Petrol Station and arriving at Somerled Square via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Helmsdale to Portree?

The distance between Helmsdale and Portree is 185 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helmsdale to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 5h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Helmsdale to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsdale to Portree bus from?

Helmsdale to Portree bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Petrol Station.

Where does the Helmsdale to Portree bus arrive?

Helmsdale to Portree bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Helmsdale to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsdale to Portree is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Helmsdale to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 413+ hotels available in Portree.

Helmsdale to Portree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Helmsdale to Portree by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
5h 59m
£34–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helmsdale to Dingwall
2. Take the train from Dingwall to Kyle of Lochalsh
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Square917 / ...
7h 10m
£43–89
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Helmsdale to Portree156.8 mi
3h 18m
£40–57
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Petrol Station to Union StreetE6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
6h 21m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Petrol Station to Somerled Square via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 59m.

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