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

The cheapest way to get from Tain to Thurso is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tain to Thurso is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Tain and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Asda Car Park and arriving at Bank of Scotland. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Tain and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tain and arriving at Thurso. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Tain to Thurso?

The distance between Tain and Thurso is 92 miles. The road distance is 75.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tain to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 2h 17m and costs .

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

The bus from Asda Car Park to Bank of Scotland takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tain to Thurso bus from?

Tain to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Asda Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Tain to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Tain to Thurso?

The best way to get from Tain to Thurso is to bus which takes 2h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Tain to Thurso bus arrive?

Tain to Thurso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Bank of Scotland station.

Where does the Tain to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tain to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Tain to Thurso is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Tain to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Asda Car Park to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
2h 17m
Drive 75.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tain to Thursocar 75.4 mi
1h 43m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
2h 36m
£28–65
Bus via Cathedral Square
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
3h 41m
£22–30

Tain to Thurso by train

20Weekly Trains

2h 36mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 91.9 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Ember operates a bus from Asda Car Park to Bank of Scotland every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Tain to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £28–65 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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