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

The cheapest way to get from Banchory to Thurso is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banchory to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Banchory and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Banchory to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Mount Street and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Adelphi and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Banchory to Thurso?

The distance between Banchory and Thurso is 278 miles. The road distance is 200.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banchory to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Banchory to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banchory to Thurso bus from?

Banchory to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Adelphi station.

Train or bus from Banchory to Thurso?

The best way to get from Banchory to Thurso is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Adelphi, which costs and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Banchory to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banchory to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Banchory to Thurso is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Banchory to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 102+ hotels available in Thurso.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Banchory to Thurso by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
8h 30m
£38–92
Bus via Adelphi
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
9h 5m
Drive 199.1 mi
1. Drive from Banchory to Thurso199.1 mi
4h 9m
£50–73
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Kirkwall (KOI)ABZ - KOI
2. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
6h 54m
£130–345
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
9h 18m
£47–82

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

17Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

£104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.3 mi
Duration: 8h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Mount Street to Thurso via Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen, and Inverness in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mount Street to Bank of Scotland via Union Square Bus Station, Adelphi, and Union Street in around 9h 5m.

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