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

The cheapest way to get from Lairg to Thurso is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lairg to Thurso is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Lairg and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Lairg to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Station Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Lairg to Thurso?

The distance between Lairg and Thurso is 86 miles. The road distance is 75.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lairg to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £22 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Lairg to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lairg to Thurso bus from?

Lairg to Thurso bus services, operated by MacLeod's Coaches, depart from Post Office station.

Train or bus from Lairg to Thurso?

The best way to get from Lairg to Thurso is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 906 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Lairg to Thurso bus arrive?

Lairg to Thurso bus services, operated by MacLeod's Coaches, arrive at Station Square.

Can I drive from Lairg to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Lairg to Thurso is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Lairg to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 100+ hotels available in Thurso.

Lairg to Thurso - 4 ways to travel via train, line 906 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lairg to Thurso by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lairg to ThursoInverness - Wick
3h 3m
£22–55
Drive 75.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lairg to Thurso75.1 mi
1h 45m
£19–27
Line 906 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Post Office to Station Square906
2. Take the bus from Station Square to Bank of ScotlandE6
3h 9m
Line 906 bus, bus via Sir George's Street Church
1. Take the bus from Post Office to Station Square906
2. Take the bus from Station Square to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
3h 42m

Lairg to Thurso by bus and train

24Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Lairg to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Bank of Scotland via Station Square in around 3h 9m.

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