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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Dufftown is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Dufftown is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at The Clock Tower via Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Thurso to Dufftown?

The distance between Thurso and Dufftown is 194 miles. The road distance is 160.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Dufftown without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Thurso to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Dufftown bus from?

Thurso to Dufftown bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Royal Bank of Scotland station.

Train or bus from Thurso to Dufftown?

The best way to get from Thurso to Dufftown is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Thurso to Dufftown bus arrive?

Thurso to Dufftown bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Thurso to Dufftown?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Dufftown is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Thurso to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 165+ hotels available in Dufftown.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Union Streetbus E6
6h 39m
Drive 159.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thurso to Dufftowncar 159.1 mi
3h 30m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
7h 13m
£42–59
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
7h 1m
£46–62

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurso to Dufftown.

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Distance: 192.9 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

Ember operates a bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Union Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to The Clock Tower via Inverness, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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