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 Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at The Clock Tower via Inverness Union Street, Duff Avenue and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Thurso to Dufftown?

The distance between Thurso and Dufftown is 195 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 7h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m 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 Thurso 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 7h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Thurso to Dufftown bus arrive?

Thurso to Dufftown bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness 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 113+ 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

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 Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
7h 2m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
7h 14m
£36–59
Drive 159.1 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Dufftowncar 159.1 mi
3h 30m
£39–56
Bus via Nairn
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
7h 4m
£46–62

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurso to Dufftown.

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to The Clock Tower via Inverness Union Street, Elgin station, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to The Clock Tower via Inverness, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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