What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Thurso?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Thurso is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Thurso?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Thurso is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs £390 - £750.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Thurso Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Thurso?

The distance between Aberdeen and Thurso is 126 miles. The road distance is 210.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Thurso without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Thurso?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Aberdeen to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Thurso bus from?

Aberdeen to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Thurso train from?

Aberdeen to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train, bus or fly from Aberdeen to Thurso?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Thurso is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs £390 - £750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 7h 1m, you could also bus, which costs £2 - £75 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Thurso bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Thurso train arrive?

Aberdeen to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Thurso is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Aberdeen to Thurso.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Thurso?

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 105+ hotels available in Thurso.

Aberdeen to Thurso - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Thurso by plane, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC)plane ABZ - WIC
3h 24m
£390–736
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
7h 30m
£3–75
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
7h 1m
£63–137
Drive 208.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Thursocar 208.8 mi
4h 28m
£52–74
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
7h 59m
£52–71

Aberdeen to Thurso by bus

28Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Thurso, Scotland?

World Ticket flies from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Thurso via Inverness in around 7h 1m.

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