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 - £55 and takes 8h 7m.

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 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 260 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 £55 - £85.

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 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 £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £140 - £260 and takes 8h 24m.

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?

There are 110+ hotels available in Thurso.

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank of Scotlandbus X99
7h 52m
£55–81
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
8h 7m
£35–54
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
£143–257
Drive 231.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Thursocar 231.6 mi
4h 42m
£58–83
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 33m
£96–231

Dundee to Thurso by train and bus

12Weekly Services

7h 52mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dundee to Thurso.

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Distance: 258.9 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a train from Dundee to Bank of Scotland via Perth, Bus Station, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dundee to Thurso via Inverness in around 8h 24m.

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