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

The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Thurso is to bus which costs £100 - £190 and takes 27h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newquay to Thurso is to fly and train which takes 11h 40m and costs £140 - £360.

Is there a direct bus between Newquay and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Newquay station to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Newquay Bus Station and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newquay and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Newquay to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Newquay and arriving at Thurso via Par, Edinburgh Waverley and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 15m.

How far is it from Newquay to Thurso?

The distance between Newquay and Thurso is 658 miles. The road distance is 779.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newquay to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 21h 15m and costs £270 - £950.

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

It takes approximately 11h 40m to get from Newquay to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Thurso bus from?

Newquay to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newquay Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Thurso train from?

Newquay to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Par station.

Train or bus from Newquay to Thurso?

The best way to get from Newquay to Thurso is to train which takes 21h 15m and costs £270 - £950. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs and takes 23h 3m.

Where does the Newquay to Thurso bus arrive?

Newquay to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Newquay to Thurso train arrive?

Newquay to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Newquay to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Newquay to Thurso is 779 miles. It takes approximately 13h 39m to drive from Newquay to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Newquay to Thurso - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Newquay to Thurso by plane, 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.

Fly Newquay Cornwall Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)NQY - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
11h 40m
£146–352
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
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
27h 1m
£105–183
Train
1. Take the train from Par to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
21h 15m
£277–917
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Newquay Bus Station to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
5. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
23h 3m
Drive 774.6 mi
1. Drive from Newquay to Thurso774.6 mi
13h 39m
£194–280
Fly Newquay Cornwall Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)NQY - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 55m
£125–387
Fly Newquay Cornwall Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)NQY - 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
12h 46m
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Par to Plymouth
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 31m
£114–361

Newquay to Thurso by train

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21h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 654.5 mi
Duration: 11h 40m

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

You can take a train from Newquay to Thurso via Par, Edinburgh Waverley, and Inverness in around 21h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newquay Bus Station to Bank of Scotland via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Union Street in around 23h 3m.

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