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

The cheapest way to get from Wick to Thurso is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wick to Thurso is to train which takes 28 min and costs £9 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Wick and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Terminal and arriving at St Peters Church. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Wick and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wick and arriving at Thurso. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Wick to Thurso?

The distance between Wick and Thurso is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wick to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £9 - £10.

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

The train from Wick to Thurso takes 28 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Wick to Thurso bus from?

Wick to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Wick to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Wick to Thurso?

The best way to get from Wick to Thurso is to train which takes 28 min and costs £9 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Wick to Thurso bus arrive?

Wick to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at St Peters Church station.

Where does the Wick to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wick to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Wick to Thurso is 21 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Wick to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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

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

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Wick to Thurso by train

17Weekly Trains

28 minAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Wick to Thurso twice daily. Tickets cost £9–10 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bus Terminal to St Peters Church every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 31 min. Ember also services this route every 4 hours.

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