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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Thurso is to fly and train which costs £55 - £180 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Thurso is to fly and train which takes 8h 31m and costs £55 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Milton Keynes Coachway, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Thurso via King's Cross and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 26m.

How far is it from Luton to Thurso?

The distance between Luton and Thurso is 581 miles. The road distance is 611.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Thurso without a car is to train via London which takes 14h 26m and costs £120 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Luton to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Thurso bus from?

Luton to Thurso bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Luton to Thurso train from?

Luton to Thurso train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Thurso?

The best way to get from Luton to Thurso is to train via London which takes 14h 26m and costs £120 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 47m.

Where does the Luton to Thurso bus arrive?

Luton to Thurso bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Luton to Thurso train arrive?

Luton to Thurso train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Thurso is 612 miles. It takes approximately 11h 19m to drive from Luton to Thurso.

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

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Luton to Thurso - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Luton to Thurso by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Luton Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
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1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
8h 31m
£56–174
Train via London
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
14h 26m
£123–305
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Buchanan Bus Station595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
16h 47m
Drive 608.3 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Thurso608.3 mi
11h 19m
£152–220
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
9h 41m
£99–385
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Luton to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
9h 52m
£70–222
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
12h 1m
£128–380
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
11h 52m
Fly Luton Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LTN - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 56m
£70–249
Train
1. Take the train from Stevenage to InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
14h 28m
£142–159
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Rugby
2. Take the train from Rugby to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
17h 18m
£113–152

Luton to Thurso by train

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Distance: 577.8 mi
Duration: 8h 31m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Luton to Thurso via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Inverness in around 14h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bank of Scotland via Milton Keynes Coachway, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 16h 47m.

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