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

The cheapest way to get from Kingussie to Thurso is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kingussie to Thurso is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kingussie and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kingussie to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Duke of Gordon Hotel and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Cairngorm Hotel and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kingussie and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Kingussie to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Kingussie and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Kingussie to Thurso?

The distance between Kingussie and Thurso is 174 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kingussie to Thurso without a car is to bus via Cairngorm Hotel which takes 5h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Kingussie to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kingussie to Thurso bus from?

Kingussie to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Cairngorm Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Kingussie to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Kingussie to Thurso?

The best way to get from Kingussie to Thurso is to bus via Cairngorm Hotel which takes 5h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £130 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Kingussie to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kingussie to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kingussie to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kingussie to Thurso is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Kingussie to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kingussie 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 via Cairngorm Hotel
best
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Union StreetE9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
5h 38m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kingussie to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
5h 55m
£35–125
Drive 148.5 mi
1. Drive from Kingussie to Thurso148.5 mi
3h 5m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Duke of Gordon Hotel to Bus Station Stance 3M91
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
5h 40m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kingussie to Thurso.

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Duke of Gordon Hotel to Bank of Scotland via Cairngorm Hotel and Union Street in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kingussie to Thurso via Inverness in around 5h 55m.

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