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

The cheapest way to get from Beauly to Thurso is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beauly to Thurso is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Beauly and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Beauly to Thurso. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Beauly and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beauly and arriving at Thurso. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Beauly to Thurso?

The distance between Beauly and Thurso is 141 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Beauly to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £35 - £80.

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

The train from Beauly to Thurso takes 3h 34m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Beauly to Thurso bus from?

Beauly to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Tesco station.

Where do I catch the Beauly to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Beauly to Thurso?

The best way to get from Beauly to Thurso is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Beauly to Thurso bus arrive?

Beauly to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Bank of Scotland station.

Where does the Beauly to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beauly to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Beauly to Thurso is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Beauly to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 100+ hotels available in Thurso.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Beauly to Thurso by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beauly to ThursoInverness - Wick
3h 34m
£35–80
Drive 105.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Beauly to Thurso105.3 mi
2h 18m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco to Bank of ScotlandE6
4h 30m
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
5h 4m
£33–45

Beauly to Thurso by train

8Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Beauly to Thurso once daily. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 3h 34m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Tesco to Bank of Scotland every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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