What is the cheapest way to get from Thurso to Loch Ness?

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurso to Loch Ness?

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Tourist Information via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Thurso to Loch Ness?

The distance between Thurso and Loch Ness is 166 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

How do I travel from Thurso to Loch Ness without a car?

The best way to get from Thurso to Loch Ness without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 5h 6m and costs £19 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Thurso to Loch Ness?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Thurso to Loch Ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Loch Ness bus from?

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

Where does the Thurso to Loch Ness bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Loch Ness is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Thurso to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1416+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Thurso to Loch Ness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 6m
£20–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 18m
£8–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 38m
£73–133
Drive 138.1 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Fort Augustuscar 138.1 mi
3h 2m
£34–49

Thurso to Loch Ness by bus

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Thurso, Scotland and Loch Ness, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Tourist Information via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 2 in around 5h 6m.

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