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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Thurso is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Thurso is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £65.

How far is it from Banff to Thurso?

The distance between Banff and Thurso is 226 miles. The road distance is 178.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £110 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Banff to Thurso, including transfers.

Train or bus from Banff to Thurso?

The best way to get from Banff to Thurso is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 36m.

Can I drive from Banff to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Thurso is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Banff to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 97+ hotels available in Thurso.

Banff to Thurso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Banff to Thurso by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Keith Station to InvernessAberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
6h 18m
£113–160
Drive 177.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Thurso177.5 mi
3h 50m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reidhaven Square to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
6h 36m
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Reidhaven Square to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
6h 52m
£114–143

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 225 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a vehicle from Banff to Thurso via Keith Station and Inverness in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Banff to Bank of Scotland via Reidhaven Square and Union Street in around 6h 36m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.