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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Thurso is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Stirling to Thurso?

The distance between Stirling and Thurso is 301 miles. The road distance is 242.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £95 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Stirling to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Thurso bus from?

Stirling to Thurso bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Thurso train from?

Stirling to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Thurso?

The best way to get from Stirling to Thurso is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £95 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Stirling to Thurso bus arrive?

Stirling to Thurso bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at South Street station.

Where does the Stirling to Thurso train arrive?

Stirling to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Thurso is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Stirling to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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Stirling to Thurso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stirling to Thurso by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
7h 48m
£95–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
8h 32m
£29–45
Drive 241.4 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Thursocar 241.4 mi
4h 52m
£60–87
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Streetbus M8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank of Scotlandbus X99
8h 39m
£54–76

Stirling to Thurso by train

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Distance: 298.9 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

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

You can take a train from Stirling to Thurso via Inverness in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stirling to Thurso Bank of Scotland via Dunblane, Dunblane Police Station, and Inverness Union Street in around 8h 32m.

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