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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Thurso is to train which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 48m.

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 £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stance 3 station and arriving at Sir George's Street Church. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 31m.

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 48m.

How far is it from Inverness to Thurso?

The distance between Inverness and Thurso is 127 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 31m and costs £29 - £40.

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

The bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Church takes 3h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Thurso bus from?

Inverness to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

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 31m and costs £29 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Inverness to Thurso bus arrive?

Inverness to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Sir George's Street Church 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?

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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 Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
3h 31m
£29–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
3h 48m
£17–40
Drive 107.4 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Thurso107.4 mi
2h 21m
£27–39

Inverness to Thurso by bus

122Weekly Buses

3h 31mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.3 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Church every 3 hours. Tickets cost £29–40 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Ember also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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