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About Achscrabster

Achscrabster lies 7km west of Thurso on Caithness's windswept coast. Reach it via the A99 from Thurso or the A9's northern terminus. Long-distance drivers arrive through Inverness, whilst local routes connect scattered coastal communities. About 4 EV chargers serve the area. The nearby Scrabster Harbor operates the daily Orkney ferry service.

Where is Achscrabster on the map?

Achscrabster is in Scotland, at 58.550, -3.574 - about 24 km west of Bowermadden.

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What is the closest airport to Achscrabster?

The closest airport to Achscrabster is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 43 km (about 48 min by car).

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