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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Forres is to train and bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Forres is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Forres. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Forres via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Thurso to Forres?

The distance between Thurso and Forres is 158 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Forres without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Thurso to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Forres bus from?

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

Where does the Thurso to Forres bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Forres is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Thurso to Forres.

Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 406+ hotels available in Forres.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Thurso to Forres 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 Forresbus Ember
4h 49m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
5h 16m
£25–40
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Forrescar 131.9 mi
2h 53m
£32–46
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
4h 56m
£36–47

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurso to Forres.

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Distance: 156.9 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Forres via Inverness Union Street in around 4h 49m.

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