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

The cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Thurso is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Thurso is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stonehaven and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Stonehaven to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Barclay Street and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Union Square Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Stonehaven and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Stonehaven to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Stonehaven and arriving at Thurso via Aberdeen and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Thurso?

The distance between Stonehaven and Thurso is 274 miles. The road distance is 216.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Stonehaven to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Thurso bus from?

Stonehaven to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Stonehaven to Thurso?

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Thurso is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Stonehaven to Thurso bus arrive?

Stonehaven to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 4.

Where does the Stonehaven to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stonehaven to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Stonehaven to Thurso is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Stonehaven to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 46+ hotels available in Thurso.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
7h 52m
£37–149
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
9h 13m
£5–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
8h 57m
£44–79
Drive 215.5 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Thursocar 215.5 mi
4h 26m
£53–76

Stonehaven to Thurso by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

9h 13mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stonehaven to Thurso.

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Distance: 272.2 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a train from Stonehaven to Thurso via Aberdeen and Inverness in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barclay Street to Sir George's Street Church via Union Square Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 57m.

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