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

The cheapest way to get from Stornoway to Thurso is to ferry and bus which costs £45 - £140 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stornoway to Thurso is to fly and train which takes 7h 41m and costs £130 - £270.

How far is it from Stornoway to Thurso?

The distance between Stornoway and Thurso is 215 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stornoway to Thurso without a car is to ferry and bus via Dingwall which takes 9h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Stornoway to Thurso, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 101+ hotels available in Thurso.

Stornoway to Thurso - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Stornoway to Thurso by ferry, bus, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, bus via Dingwall
best
1. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Council Buildingsbus 61
3. Take the bus from Tesco to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
9h 1m
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus 961
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
9h 31m
£49–132
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Council Buildingsbus 61
3. Take the train from Dingwall to Thursotrain
9h 26m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Stornoway Airport (SYY) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane SYY - INV
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain
7h 41m
£135–267

Stornoway Airport (SYY) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

9Weekly Planes

41 minAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stornoway to Thurso.

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Distance: 213.6 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Stornoway to Thurso. However, you can take the ferry to Ullapool Ferry Terminal, walk to Ferry Terminal, take the bus to Council Buildings, walk to Tesco, then take the bus to Bank of Scotland. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Thurso via Ullapool Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Council Buildings, Hill Street, Station, and Dingwall in around 9h 26m.

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