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

The cheapest way to get from Kyleakin to Thurso is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyleakin to Thurso is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kyleakin and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyleakin to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Shorefront Shelter and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kyleakin and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Kyleakin to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Kyle of Lochalsh and arriving at Thurso via Dingwall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Kyleakin to Thurso?

The distance between Kyleakin and Thurso is 192 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kyleakin to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Kyleakin to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyleakin to Thurso bus from?

Kyleakin to Thurso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shorefront Shelter station.

Where do I catch the Kyleakin to Thurso train from?

Kyleakin to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kyle of Lochalsh station.

Train or bus from Kyleakin to Thurso?

The best way to get from Kyleakin to Thurso is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Kyleakin to Thurso bus arrive?

Kyleakin to Thurso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Kyleakin to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyleakin to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyleakin to Thurso is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Kyleakin to Thurso.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kyleakin to Thurso by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyle of Lochalsh to Dingwalltrain Kyle of Lochalsh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Dingwall to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
6h 13m
£47–108
Drive 165.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyleakin to Thursocar 165.9 mi
3h 36m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shorefront Shelter to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
6h 33m
£43–59
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Shorefront Shelter to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Royal Bank of Scotlandbus E6
6h 58m

Kyleakin to Thurso by train

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6h 13mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Kyle of Lochalsh to Thurso via Dingwall in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shorefront Shelter to Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 33m.

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