What is the cheapest way to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso?

The cheapest way to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso is to line 282 bus which costs £2 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso?

The fastest way to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Dounreay (Station) and Thurso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Stance and arriving at Royal Bank of Scotland. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso?

The distance between Dounreay (Station) and Thurso is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso without a car?

The best way to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso without a car is to line 282 bus which takes 25 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso?

The line 282 bus from Bus Stance to Royal Bank of Scotland takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dounreay (Station) to Thurso bus from?

Dounreay (Station) to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Stance station.

Where does the Dounreay (Station) to Thurso bus arrive?

Dounreay (Station) to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Royal Bank of Scotland station.

Can I drive from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Dounreay (Station) to Thurso is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 115+ hotels available in Thurso.

Dounreay (Station) to Thurso - 3 ways to travel via line 282 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dounreay (Station) to Thurso by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 282 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Stance to Royal Bank of Scotlandbus 282 / ...
25 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dounreay (Station) to Thursotaxi 9.3 mi
15 min
£22–27
Drive 9.3 mi
1. Drive from Dounreay (Station) to Thursocar 9.3 mi
15 min
£3–4

Dounreay (Station) to Thurso by foot and bus

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Distance: 9.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Dounreay (Station), Scotland and Thurso, Scotland?

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bus Stance to Royal Bank of Scotland hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 18 min.

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