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

The cheapest way to get from Peterhead to Thurso is to bus which costs £35 - £50 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterhead to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Peterhead and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterhead to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Buchan House and arriving at Thurso Bank of Scotland via Park & Ride Stance 1, Aberdeen Union Street and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Peterhead to Thurso?

The distance between Peterhead and Thurso is 292 miles. The road distance is 213.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterhead to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 9h 33m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 33m to get from Peterhead to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterhead to Thurso bus from?

Peterhead to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Train or bus from Peterhead to Thurso?

The best way to get from Peterhead to Thurso is to train which takes 9h 33m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Peterhead to Thurso bus arrive?

Peterhead to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Peterhead to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterhead to Thurso is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Peterhead to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 112+ hotels available in Thurso.

Peterhead to Thurso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Peterhead to Thurso by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
9h 33m
£120–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
9h 41m
£36–50
Drive 212 mi
1. Drive from Peterhead to Thursocar 212 mi
4h 37m
£52–75
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Buchan House to Park & Ride Stance 1bus
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride Stance 1 to Adelphibus
3. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC)plane ABZ - WIC
6h 5m
£46–259
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Bridge of Don Park and Ride to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank of Scotlandbus X99
9h 57m
£49–70

Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC) flights

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Peterhead to Thurso.

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Distance: 290.5 mi
Duration: 9h 33m

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

You can take a bus from King Street to Thurso via Park & Ride Stance 1, Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen, and Inverness in around 9h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchan House to Thurso Bank of Scotland via Park & Ride Stance 1, Aberdeen Union Street, and Inverness Union Street in around 9h 41m.

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