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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Dumfries is to bus which costs £55 - £100 and takes 10h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Dumfries is to drive which takes 6h 29m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at School via Bus Station Stance 3 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Dumfries via Inverness and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

How far is it from Thurso to Dumfries?

The distance between Thurso and Dumfries is 378 miles. The road distance is 333.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Dumfries without a car is to bus which takes 10h 1m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 10h 1m to get from Thurso to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Dumfries bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurso to Dumfries train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Thurso to Dumfries is to bus which takes 10h 1m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £150 - £270 and takes 11h 11m.

Where does the Thurso to Dumfries bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurso to Dumfries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Dumfries is 334 miles. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Thurso to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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Thurso to Dumfries - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, ferry, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Thurso to Dumfries by bus, train, car, ferry, or plane

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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 Schoolbus X74
10h 1m
£55–97
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
11h 11m
£159–270
Drive 331.7 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Dumfriescar 331.7 mi
6h 29m
£83–120
Ferry to Kirkwall, fly, train
1. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane KOI - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
9h 52m
£262–545
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Stance 1bus 102 / ...
12h 23m
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
11h 42m
£181–382

Thurso to Dumfries by bus

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Distance: 375.7 mi
Duration: 10h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to School via Bus Station Stance 3 and Buchanan Bus Station in around 10h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thurso to Dumfries via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 11h 11m.

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