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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Thurso is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Thurso is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Elgin to Thurso?

The distance between Elgin and Thurso is 187 miles. The road distance is 144.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Elgin to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Thurso bus from?

Elgin to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Thurso?

The best way to get from Elgin to Thurso is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Elgin to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Thurso is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Elgin to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Elgin to Thurso - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Elgin to Thurso by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
5h 33m
£46–102
Drive 144.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elgin to Thursocar 144.1 mi
3h 8m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
5h 39m
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC)plane ABZ - WIC
4h 44m
£387–789
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
5h 49m
£38–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
6h 7m
£45–98

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC) flights

6Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

£385Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Thurso via Inverness in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 39m.

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