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

The cheapest way to get from Pitlochry to Thurso is to bus via Inverness which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pitlochry to Thurso is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Pitlochry and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Pitlochry to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Fishers Hotel and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Pitlochry and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Pitlochry to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Pitlochry and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Pitlochry to Thurso?

The distance between Pitlochry and Thurso is 218 miles. The road distance is 193.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Pitlochry to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Thurso bus from?

Pitlochry to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fishers Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Pitlochry to Thurso train from?

Pitlochry to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Pitlochry station.

Train or bus from Pitlochry to Thurso?

The best way to get from Pitlochry to Thurso is to bus which takes 6h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £130 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Pitlochry to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pitlochry to Thurso train arrive?

Pitlochry to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Pitlochry to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Pitlochry to Thurso is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Pitlochry to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 102+ hotels available in Thurso.

Pitlochry to Thurso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pitlochry to Thurso by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Union StreetE9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
6h
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pitlochry to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
6h 38m
£33–128
Drive 192 mi
1. Drive from Pitlochry to Thurso192 mi
3h 55m
£49–70
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
6h 31m
£34–60

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Fishers Hotel to Bank of Scotland via Union Street in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pitlochry to Thurso via Inverness in around 6h 38m.

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