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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Thurso is to train and fly which costs £75 - £250 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Thurso is to train and fly which takes 9h 57m and costs £80 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Thurso. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Bank of Scotland via London Victoria, Park and Ride and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Thurso via London Bridge station, King's Cross and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 54m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Thurso?

The distance between Maidstone and Thurso is 770 miles. The road distance is 673.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Thurso without a car is to train via London which takes 14h 54m and costs £130 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 14h 54m to get from Maidstone to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Thurso bus from?

Maidstone to Thurso bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Thurso train from?

Maidstone to Thurso train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Thurso?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Thurso is to train via London which takes 14h 54m and costs £130 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 20h 26m.

Where does the Maidstone to Thurso bus arrive?

Maidstone to Thurso bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Thurso train arrive?

Maidstone to Thurso train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Thurso is 673 miles. It takes approximately 12h 16m to drive from Maidstone to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
14h 54m
£131–337
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 14m
£77–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Park and Ride
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
4. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
20h 26m
Drive 669.2 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Thurso669.2 mi
12h 16m
£167–240
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 12m
£97–418
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Euston to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
18h 25m
£110–217
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
20h 52m
£107–209
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
9h 57m
£81–253
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
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 32m
£126–413
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
5. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
12h 23m
£90–368
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LTN - ABZ
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
5. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
12h 39m
£91–325

Maidstone to Thurso by train and subway

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14h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 765.2 mi
Duration: 14h 54m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Thurso via London Bridge, London Bridge station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Inverness in around 14h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Bank of Scotland via London Victoria, Park and Ride, and Union Street in around 20h 26m.

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