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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Aviemore is to bus via Inverness which costs £5 - £8 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Aviemore is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Aviemore station via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Aviemore via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Thurso to Aviemore?

The distance between Thurso and Aviemore is 163 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs £20 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Thurso to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurso to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Thurso to Aviemore is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs £20 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Thurso to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurso to Aviemore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Aviemore is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Thurso to Aviemore.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aviemore stationbus Ember
4h 38m
£20–29
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
4h 53m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aviemoretrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 31m
£77–149
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Aviemorecar 136.8 mi
2h 57m
£34–49

Thurso to Aviemore by bus

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Distance: 162.4 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Aviemore station via Inverness Union Street in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to Aviemore via Inverness in around 5h 31m.

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