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

The cheapest way to get from Carrbridge to Thurso is to bus via Inverness which costs £20 - £29 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrbridge to Thurso is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carrbridge and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrbridge to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Artists Studio and arriving at Thurso Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Carrbridge and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Carrbridge to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Carrbridge and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Carrbridge to Thurso?

The distance between Carrbridge and Thurso is 157 miles. The road distance is 130.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrbridge to Thurso without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 11m and costs £20 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Carrbridge to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrbridge to Thurso bus from?

Carrbridge to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Artists Studio station.

Where do I catch the Carrbridge to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Carrbridge to Thurso?

The best way to get from Carrbridge to Thurso is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 11m and costs £20 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Carrbridge to Thurso bus arrive?

Carrbridge to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Falcon Sq station.

Where does the Carrbridge to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrbridge to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrbridge to Thurso is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Carrbridge to Thurso.

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

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

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

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Bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Artists Studio to Falcon Sqbus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
5h 11m
£21–29
Train
1. Take the train from Carrbridge to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
5h 23m
£70–141
Drive 130.1 mi
1. Drive from Carrbridge to Thursocar 130.1 mi
2h 44m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Artists Studio to Bus Station Stance 6bus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank of Scotlandbus X99
5h 23m
£36–49

Carrbridge to Thurso by bus

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Artists Studio to Thurso Bank of Scotland via Falcon Sq and Inverness Union Street in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carrbridge to Thurso via Inverness in around 5h 23m.

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