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 £8 - £60 and takes 8h 29m.

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 8h 11m.

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 330 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 which takes 8h 6m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 8h 6m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Scotland to Thurso bus arrive?

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

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 train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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
£40–109
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
8h 29m
£9–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
8h 11m
£44–73
Drive 266.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Thursocar 266.6 mi
5h 16m
£66–95
Train via Perth
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
£33–92

Scotland to Thurso by train

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Scotland to Thurso.

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Distance: 328.1 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Scotland and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Thurso via Inverness in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 11m.

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