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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thurso is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thurso is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Thurso. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Thurso?

The distance between Edinburgh and Thurso is 297 miles. The road distance is 263 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Edinburgh to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Thurso bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Thurso?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thurso is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £270 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Thurso is 263 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Edinburgh to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 110+ hotels available in Thurso.

Edinburgh to Thurso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Thurso by bus, train, car, plane, or ferry

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
8h 25m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 32m
£103–265
Drive 261.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Thursocar 261.4 mi
5h 8m
£65–94
Fly, bus, ferry, line 80 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane EDI - KOI
2. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Ferry terminalbus
3. Take the ferry from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills Bay Ferry Terminalferry
4. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bank of Scotlandbus
8h 46m
£198–454
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 Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
8h 31m
£42–65

Edinburgh to Thurso by bus

28Weekly Buses

8h 25mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.7 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street in around 8h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Thurso via Inverness in around 8h 32m.

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