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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 11m.

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 - £75.

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 Bank of Scotland and arriving at Barclay Street via Bus Station Stance 4 and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

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 28m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m 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 Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bank of Scotland station.

Train or bus from Thurso to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Thurso to Stonehaven bus arrive?

Thurso to Stonehaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

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.

Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

There are 210+ hotels available in Stonehaven.

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
7h 28m
£37–80
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
8h 22m
£33–77
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
8h 11m
£44–77
Drive 215.5 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Stonehavencar 215.5 mi
4h 26m
£52–75

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thurso to Stonehaven.

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Distance: 272 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a train from Thurso to Barclay Street via Inverness, Aberdeen, and Union Square Bus Station in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to Barclay Street via Bus Station Stance 4 and Union Square Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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