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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Aberdeen is to bus via Union Square Bus Station which costs £15 - £22 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Aberdeen is to bus and fly which takes 4h 19m and costs £40 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Aberdeen Union Street via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Aberdeen via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Thurso to Aberdeen?

The distance between Thurso and Aberdeen is 258 miles. The road distance is 210.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Thurso to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Aberdeen bus from?

Thurso to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland station.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Aberdeen train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Thurso to Aberdeen is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Thurso to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Thurso to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Thurso to Aberdeen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Aberdeen is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Thurso to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
7h 9m
£82–164
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
7h 36m
£16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
7h 26m
£25–36
Drive 209.1 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Aberdeencar 209.1 mi
4h 30m
£53–76
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Caithness General Hospitalbus
2. Fly from Wick (WIC) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane WIC - ABZ
4h 19m
£40–265

Thurso to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 256.4 mi
Duration: 7h 9m

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

You can take a train from Thurso to Aberdeen via Inverness in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Aberdeen Union Street via Inverness Union Street in around 7h 26m.

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