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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Thurso is to bus which costs £50 - £75 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Park & Ride and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Thurso via Perth and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Thurso?

The distance between Dunfermline and Thurso is 275 miles. The road distance is 248.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 8h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Dunfermline to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Thurso bus from?

Dunfermline to Thurso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Thurso?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Thurso is to bus which takes 8h 44m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £170 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Thurso bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Thurso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Dunfermline to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Thurso is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Dunfermline to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
8h 44m
£51–73
Bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
9h 29m
£9–100
Train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain
9h 16m
£49–164
Drive 246.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Thursocar 246.9 mi
4h 47m
£61–88

Dunfermline to Thurso by train

7Weekly Trains

9h 16mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunfermline to Thurso.

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Distance: 273.8 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Sir George's Street Church via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Thurso via Perth and Inverness in around 9h 16m.

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