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

The cheapest way to get from Forres to Thurso is to bus which costs £20 - £29 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forres to Thurso is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Forres and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Forres to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Forres and arriving at Thurso Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Forres and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Forres to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Forres and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Forres to Thurso?

The distance between Forres and Thurso is 158 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forres to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £20 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Forres to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forres to Thurso bus from?

Forres to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Forres station.

Where do I catch the Forres to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Forres to Thurso?

The best way to get from Forres to Thurso is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £20 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £140 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Forres to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forres to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forres to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Forres to Thurso is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Forres to Thurso.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forres 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 Forres to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
5h 8m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
5h 23m
£76–139
Drive 132 mi
1. Drive from Forres to Thursocar 132 mi
2h 54m
£33–47
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Forres to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank of Scotlandbus X99
5h 18m
£34–49

Forres to Thurso by bus

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Forres to Thurso Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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