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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Thurso is to bus via Inverness which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 26m.

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 Bank of Scotland via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

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 Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Scotland to Thurso?

The distance between Scotland and Thurso is 301 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 bus which takes 7h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m 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 bus which takes 7h 48m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 6m.

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 Inverness 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?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Streetbus E8
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
7h 48m
Train via Perth
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 21m
£32–92
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 6m
£40–108
Drive 266.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Thursocar 266.6 mi
5h 16m
£66–95
Bus via Inverness
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 26m
£37–58

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Thurso.

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Distance: 299.7 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Scotland and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bank of Scotland via Union Street in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Thurso via Inverness in around 8h 6m.

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