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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Thurso is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Thurso is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Thurso via Perth and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Scotland to Thurso?

The distance between Scotland and Thurso is 307 miles. The road distance is 268.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Thurso without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 26m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Scotland to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Thurso bus from?

Scotland to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Thurso train from?

Scotland to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Thurso?

The best way to get from Scotland to Thurso is to train which takes 9h 18m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Scotland to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Thurso train arrive?

Scotland to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Thurso is 268 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Scotland to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 35+ hotels available in Thurso.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
7h 26m
£60–118
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain
9h 18m
£32–102
Drive 266.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Thursocar 266.6 mi
5h 16m
£66–94
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Streetbus E8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
7h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
8h 4m
£37–58

Scotland to Thurso by train

29Weekly Trains

9h 18mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 304.8 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between Scotland and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Thurso via Perth and Inverness in around 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sir George's Street Church via Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 31m.

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