What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Scrabster?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Scrabster is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Scrabster?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Scrabster is to drive which takes 5h 19m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Stn and arriving at Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Scotland to Scrabster?

The distance between Scotland and Scrabster is 309 miles. The road distance is 270.1 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Scrabster without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Scrabster without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 56m and costs £100 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Scrabster?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Scotland to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Scrabster bus from?

Scotland to Scrabster bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Scotland to Scrabster is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £280 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Scotland to Scrabster bus arrive?

Scotland to Scrabster bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Scrabster is 270 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Scotland to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 110+ hotels available in Scrabster.

Scotland to Scrabster - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Scotland to Scrabster by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
7h 56m
£107–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus Ember
8h 10m
£31–43
Train, bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Ferry Terminalbus
8h 57m
£63–163
Drive 268.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Scrabstercar 268.5 mi
5h 19m
£66–95
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
8h 19m
£44–66
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain
9h 22m
£121–272

Scotland to Scrabster by train and bus

6Weekly Services

7h 56mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scotland to Scrabster.

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Distance: 306.9 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Scotland and Scrabster, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness Union Street in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Scrabster via Perth, Inverness, and Thurso in around 9h 22m.

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