What is the cheapest way to get from John O'Groats to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from John O'Groats to Portree is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from John O'Groats to Portree?

The fastest way to get from John O'Groats to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between John O'Groats and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from John O'Groats to Portree. However, there are services departing from Car Park and arriving at Somerled Square via Bus Terminal and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from John O'Groats to Portree?

The distance between John O'Groats and Portree is 239 miles. The road distance is 209.7 miles.

How do I travel from John O'Groats to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from John O'Groats to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs £45 - £70.

How long does it take to get from John O'Groats to Portree?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from John O'Groats to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the John O'Groats to Portree bus from?

John O'Groats to Portree bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Where does the John O'Groats to Portree bus arrive?

John O'Groats to Portree bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from John O'Groats to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between John O'Groats to Portree is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from John O'Groats to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 388+ hotels available in Portree.

John O'Groats to Portree - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from John O'Groats 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 Bus Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
8h 45m
£47–66
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wick to InvernessWick - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
10h 15m
£40–61
Drive 208.5 mi
1. Drive from John O'Groats to Portree208.5 mi
4h 32m
£52–75
Bus via Co-Op
1. Take the bus from Co-Op to Union StreetE6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
8h 50m
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Wick to Dingwall
2. Take the train from Dingwall to Kyle of Lochalsh
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Square917 / ...
10h 29m
£61–131

John O'Groats to Portree by foot and bus

21Weekly Services

8h 45mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from John O'Groats to Portree.

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Distance: 237.5 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between John O'Groats, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from John O'Groats to Somerled Square via Car Park, Bus Terminal, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 45m.

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