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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to bus via Aberdeen Union Street which costs £29 - £45 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Barclay Street via Inverness Union Street and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Stonehaven via Inverness and Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Thurso to Stonehaven?

The distance between Thurso and Stonehaven is 274 miles. The road distance is 216.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Thurso to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Stonehaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurso to Stonehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Aberdeen Union Street, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Thurso to Stonehaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurso to Stonehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Stonehaven is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Thurso to Stonehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
7h 14m
£114–215
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
8h 23m
£29–42
Drive 215.5 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Stonehavencar 215.5 mi
4h 26m
£54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
9h 1m
£56–77

Thurso to Stonehaven by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

8h 23mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Thurso to Stonehaven.

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Distance: 272.2 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a train from Thurso to Stonehaven via Inverness and Aberdeen in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Barclay Street via Inverness Union Street, Aberdeen Union Street, and Union Square Bus Station in around 8h 23m.

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