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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Lochaline is to bus which costs £16 - £22 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Lochaline is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Lochaline?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Lochaline. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at Pier via Inverness Union Street and Fort William Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Thurso to Lochaline?

The distance between Thurso and Lochaline is 239 miles. The road distance is 230.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Lochaline without a car is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs £16 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Thurso to Lochaline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Lochaline bus from?

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

Where does the Thurso to Lochaline bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Lochaline?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Lochaline is 231 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Thurso to Lochaline.

Where can I stay near Lochaline?

There are 552+ hotels available in Lochaline.

Thurso to Lochaline - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Thurso to Lochaline by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort William Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Pierbus 507
8h 55m
£16–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Fort William Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Pierbus 507
9h 15m
£73–115
Drive 229.3 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Lochalinecar 229.3 mi
5h 3m
£58–83

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 8h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Bank of Scotland to Pier via Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness Union Street, and Fort William Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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