What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Thrumster?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Thrumster. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Thrumster via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Thrumster?

The distance between Edinburgh and Thrumster is 288 miles. The road distance is 252.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Thrumster without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 28m and costs £60 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster?

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Thrumster bus from?

Edinburgh to Thrumster bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Thrumster?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £290 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Thrumster bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Thrumster bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Thrumster?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Thrumster is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Thrumster.

Where can I stay near Thrumster?

There are 178+ hotels available in Thrumster.

Edinburgh to Thrumster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Thrumster by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Shelterbus X99
7h 28m
£61–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thrumsterbus Ember
7h 34m
£28–39
Drive 250.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Thrumstercar 250.9 mi
4h 53m
£62–90
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Shelterbus X99
7h 45m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Wicktrain Inverness - Wick
10h 12m
£110–287

Edinburgh to Thrumster by train and bus

36Weekly Services

7h 28mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286.5 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Thrumster, Scotland?

You can take a bus from George Street to Thrumster via Inverness Union Street in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Thrumster via Inverness, Wick, and Wick Co-op in around 10h 12m.

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