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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Thurso is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Thurso is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Thurso Bank of Scotland. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Thurso. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Inverness to Thurso?

The distance between Inverness and Thurso is 131 miles. The road distance is 108.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £29 - £40.

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

The bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotland takes 3h 21m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Thurso bus from?

Inverness to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Thurso?

The best way to get from Inverness to Thurso is to bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £29 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Inverness to Thurso bus arrive?

Inverness to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Thurso Bank of Scotland station.

Where does the Inverness to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Thurso is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Inverness to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 63+ hotels available in Thurso.

Inverness to Thurso - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Inverness to Thurso by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
3h 21m
£29–40
Drive 107.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Inverness to Thursocar 107.4 mi
2h 21m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
3h 49m
£65–120

Inverness to Thurso by bus

40Weekly Buses

3h 21mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotland 4 times a day. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Stagecoach North Scotland also services this route twice daily. 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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