What is the cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

The cheapest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso is to train via London which costs £100 - £190 and takes 18h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

The fastest way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso is to train and fly which takes 10h 45m and costs £85 - £300.

Is there a direct train between Clacton-on-Sea and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Clacton-on-Sea and arriving at Thurso via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

How far is it from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

The distance between Clacton-on-Sea and Thurso is 801 miles. The road distance is 655.3 miles.

How do I travel from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso without a car?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 15h 25m and costs £150 - £360.

How long does it take to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

It takes approximately 15h 25m to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso train from?

Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Clacton-on-Sea station.

Train or bus from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

The best way to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso is to train which takes 15h 25m and costs £150 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 20m.

Where does the Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso train arrive?

Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso is 655 miles. It takes approximately 12h 21m to drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso.

How do I get a train ticket from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso?

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
15h 25m
£154–356
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 45m
£82–255
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Chelmsford
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M10
5. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
24h 3m
£117–200
Drive 651.5 mi
1. Drive from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso651.5 mi
12h 21m
£164–236
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 48m
£109–467
Train via London
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
18h 58m
£104–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to London Victoria816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Park and Ride
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
4. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
24h 20m
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 45m
£87–292
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 54m
£91–309
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
3. Take the train from Dyce to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 35m
£145–441
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Clacton-on-Sea to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
4. Take the train from Dyce to Inverness
5. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 36m
£113–376

Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso by train and subway

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15h 25mAverage Duration

£154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 796.5 mi
Duration: 15h 25m

What companies run services between Clacton-on-Sea, England and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Clacton-on-Sea to Thurso via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Inverness in around 15h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Bank of Scotland via Station, Manningtree, Ipswich, Cardinal Park Cinema, London Victoria, Park and Ride, and Union Street in around 24h 20m.

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