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Trip Overview

The average bus between Loch Ness and Thurso takes 5h 18m and the fastest bus takes 4h 30m. The bus service runs several times per day from Loch Ness to Thurso. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 18m
Duration
167 mi
Distance
£25
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Loch Ness to Thurso bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Loch Ness and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Loch Ness is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Thurso at 3:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Loch Ness to Thurso? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Loch Ness to Thurso.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 167 mi
  • Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland via Inverness Union Street in around 5h 35m.

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