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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Thurso is to bus and train which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 9m.

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 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Portree and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Portree to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Somerled Square and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Portree to Thurso?

The distance between Portree and Thurso is 227 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 7h 1m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Portree to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portree to Thurso bus from?

Portree to Thurso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Somerled Square station.

Where does the Portree to Thurso bus arrive?

Portree to Thurso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

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, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portree to Thurso by taxi, 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.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Portree to Kyle of Lochalshtaxi
2. Take the train from Kyle of Lochalsh to Dingwalltrain
3. Take the train from Dingwall to Thursotrain
7h 1m
£120–198
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 9m
£35–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
7h 51m
£47–65
Drive 198.1 mi
1. Drive from Portree to Thursocar 198.1 mi
4h 15m
£49–71
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Royal Bank of Scotlandbus E6
7h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portree to Thurso.

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Somerled Square to Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 51m.

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