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

The cheapest way to get from Buckie to Thurso is to bus via Nairn which costs £8 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buckie to Thurso is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Buckie and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Buckie to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Cluny Place and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Buckie and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Buckie to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Buckie to Thurso?

The distance between Buckie and Thurso is 182 miles. The road distance is 161.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buckie to Thurso without a car is to bus via Nairn which takes 6h 59m and costs £8.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Buckie to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buckie to Thurso bus from?

Buckie to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Buckie to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Buckie to Thurso?

The best way to get from Buckie to Thurso is to bus via Nairn which takes 6h 59m and costs £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Buckie to Thurso bus arrive?

Buckie to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Sir George's Street Church station.

Where does the Buckie to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buckie to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Buckie to Thurso is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Buckie to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 118+ hotels available in Thurso.

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

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Bus via Nairn
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
6h 59m
£8
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
7h 41m
£79–152
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Buckie to Thursocar 160.5 mi
3h 32m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
8h 22m
£25–34

Buckie to Thurso by bus

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Distance: 181.3 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Church every 3 hours. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cluny Place to Thurso via Bus Station, Railway Station, Elgin, and Inverness in around 7h 41m.

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