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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Sutherland is to train via Perth which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Sutherland is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Sutherland?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Sutherland. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Road End via Bus Station Stance 6 and War Memorial. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Scotland to Sutherland?

The distance between Scotland and Sutherland is 232 miles. The road distance is 225.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Sutherland without a car is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Scotland to Sutherland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Sutherland bus from?

Scotland to Sutherland bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Sutherland?

The best way to get from Scotland to Sutherland is to bus which takes 7h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Scotland to Sutherland bus arrive?

Scotland to Sutherland bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Scotland to Sutherland?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Sutherland is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Scotland to Sutherland.

Where can I stay near Sutherland?

There are five+ hotels available in Sutherland.

Scotland to Sutherland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Scotland to Sutherland 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 Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to War Memorialbus 805
7h 29m
Train via Perth
cheapest
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 Lairgtrain
8h 44m
£40–107
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Lairgtrain Inverness - Wick
7h 29m
£56–124
Drive 224.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Sutherlandcar 224.1 mi
4h 11m
£54–78
Bus via Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Stationbus 805
7h 44m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Sutherland.

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Distance: 231.1 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Scotland and Sutherland, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Road End via Bus Station Stance 6 and War Memorial in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Road End via Inverness, Lairg, and Station in around 7h 29m.

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How to get fromScotland to Sutherlandby bus, train or car

There are 5 ways to get from Scotland to Sutherland by bus, train, or car

Bus

Train via Perth

Train

Drive 224.1 mi