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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Thurso is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portree to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

How far is it from Portree to Thurso?

The distance between Portree and Thurso is 228 miles. The road distance is 199.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portree to Thurso without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 59m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Portree to Thurso, including transfers.

Can I drive from Portree to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Portree to Thurso is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Portree to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 101+ hotels available in Thurso.

Portree to Thurso - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Portree to Thurso by taxi, train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Portree to Duirinishtaxi
2. Take the train from Duirinish to Dingwalltrain
3. Take the train from Dingwall to Thursotrain
6h 59m
£129–208
Drive 198.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portree to Thursocar 198.1 mi
4h 15m
£49–70
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Portree to Post Officecar
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Council Buildingsbus 704
3. Take the bus from Tesco to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
8h 28m
Drive, bus via Royal Bank of Scotland
1. Drive from Portree to Post Officecar
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Council Buildingsbus 704
3. Take the bus from Tesco to Royal Bank of Scotlandbus E6
8h 41m
Drive, bus #2
1. Drive from Portree to Post Officecar
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Bus Station Stance 6bus 704
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
9h 30m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portree to Thurso.

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

There is no direct connection from Portree to Thurso. However, you can take the taxi to Duirinish, take the train to Dingwall, then take the train to Thurso. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portree to Bank of Scotland via Post Office, Council Buildings, and Tesco in around 8h 28m.

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