How to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus and train?

From Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus and train

To get from Dornoch to Aberdeen in Scotland, take the X99 bus from Cathedral Square, Dornoch station to Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Inverness station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Dornoch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aberdeen on the Moovit app.

258min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X99X99
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Cathedral Square, Dornoch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cathedral Square, Dornoch
    ID 670085503
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X99X99
    Wait for bus
    X99
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness
    ID 670085865E
    60 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Inverness
    270 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    133 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus and train via X25, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Dornoch to Aberdeen in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the X25 bus from Cathedral Square, Dornoch station to Post Office, Tain station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Inverness station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Dornoch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aberdeen on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X25X25
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Cathedral Square, Dornoch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cathedral Square, Dornoch
    ID 670085503
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X25X25
    Wait for bus
    X25
    Tain
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office, Tain
    ID 670086672
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tain
    450 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    76 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 8
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    133 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dornoch to Aberdeen

The distance between Dornoch, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland is approximately 240.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 258 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Dornoch to Aberdeen

To check the bus and train timetable from Dornoch to Aberdeen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dornoch) and destination (Aberdeen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus and train via X25, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Dornoch to Aberdeen in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the X25 bus from Cathedral Square, Dornoch station to Post Office, Tain station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Inverness station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Dornoch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aberdeen on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X25X25
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Cathedral Square, Dornoch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cathedral Square, Dornoch
    ID 670085503
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X25X25
    Wait for bus
    X25
    Tain
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office, Tain
    ID 670086672
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tain
    450 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    76 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 8
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    133 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen?

    The fastest way takes 258 minutes, using Bus line X99, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dornoch to Aberdeen?

    The alternative route takes 253 minutes, using Bus line X25, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dornoch and Aberdeen?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dornoch to Aberdeen?

    The X99 bus line goes from Cathedral Square, Dornoch station near Dornoch in Dornoch to Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness station near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dornoch to Aberdeen by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dornoch in Dornoch and Aberdeen in Scotland by bus and train is about 4 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dornoch to get to Aberdeen?

    Get on the X99 bus from the Cathedral Square, Dornoch stop near Dornoch in Dornoch.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dornoch and Aberdeen?

    Get off the bus at the Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness station, which is closest to Aberdeen in Scotland.

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