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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Thurso is to bus via Inverness which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Overgate and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Park and Ride and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Dundee to Thurso?

The distance between Dundee and Thurso is 269 miles. The road distance is 233 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Dundee to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Thurso bus from?

Dundee to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Park and Ride station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Thurso?

The best way to get from Dundee to Thurso is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Dundee to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundee to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Thurso is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Dundee to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Dundee to Thurso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee to Thurso by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union Streetbus E8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
7h 52m
Train via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 33m
£27–144
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 24m
£44–88
Drive 231.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Thursocar 231.6 mi
4h 42m
£57–82
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
8h 2m
£39–63

Dundee to Thurso by train

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8h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 267.7 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Overgate to Bank of Scotland via Park and Ride and Union Street in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dundee to Thurso via Inverness in around 8h 24m.

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