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

The cheapest way to get from Lockerbie to Thurso is to train which costs £80 - £120 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lockerbie to Thurso is to drive which takes 6h 15m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Lockerbie and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Lockerbie to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Alexandra Drive and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Whitesands, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Lockerbie and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Lockerbie to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Thurso via Haymarket and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Lockerbie to Thurso?

The distance between Lockerbie and Thurso is 410 miles. The road distance is 328.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lockerbie to Thurso without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 23m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 10h 23m to get from Lockerbie to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lockerbie to Thurso bus from?

Lockerbie to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Whitesands station.

Where do I catch the Lockerbie to Thurso train from?

Lockerbie to Thurso train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lockerbie station.

Train or bus from Lockerbie to Thurso?

The best way to get from Lockerbie to Thurso is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 23m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 23m.

Where does the Lockerbie to Thurso bus arrive?

Lockerbie to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lockerbie to Thurso train arrive?

Lockerbie to Thurso train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Lockerbie to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Lockerbie to Thurso is 328 miles. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Lockerbie to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Lockerbie to Thurso - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Lockerbie to Thurso by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 23m
£65–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
11h 23m
Drive 326.2 mi
1. Drive from Lockerbie to Thurso326.2 mi
6h 15m
£81–117
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Kirkwall, ferry
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)EDI - KOI
3. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
7h 58m
£198–454
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
10h 45m
£82–111
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Edinburgh, Bus Station101
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
13h 26m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Kirkwall, ferry
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Kirkwall (KOI)GLA - KOI
3. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
8h 13m
£257–549
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
11h 4m
£125–301
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 38m
£148–324

Lockerbie to Thurso by train

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Distance: 407.5 mi
Duration: 10h 23m

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

You can take a train from Lockerbie to Thurso via Haymarket and Inverness in around 10h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alexandra Drive to Bank of Scotland via Whitesands, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 11h 23m.

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