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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Cumbria is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 13h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Cumbria is to drive which takes 7h 10m and costs £90 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Inverness and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Thurso to Cumbria?

The distance between Thurso and Cumbria is 460 miles. The road distance is 380.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 12h 10m and costs £150 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 12h 10m to get from Thurso to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Cumbria bus from?

Thurso to Cumbria bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bank of Scotland station.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Cumbria train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Thurso to Cumbria is to train which takes 12h 10m and costs £150 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 13h 19m.

Where does the Thurso to Cumbria bus arrive?

Thurso to Cumbria bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Thurso to Cumbria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Cumbria is 380 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Thurso to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 862+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Thurso to Cumbria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Thurso to Cumbria by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
12h 10m
£157–283
Bus
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 Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
13h 19m
£48–84
Drive 377.9 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Cumbriacar 377.9 mi
7h 10m
£94–136
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
11h 58m
£181–370
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
13h 8m
£85–165

Thurso to Cumbria by train and bus

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12h 10mAverage Duration

£157Cheapest Price

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Distance: 457.7 mi
Duration: 12h 10m

What companies run services between Thurso, Scotland and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Thurso to Pooley Bridge Inn via Inverness, Haymarket, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 12h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to Longthwaite road end via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 13h 19m.

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