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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Nairn is to bus which costs £4 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Nairn is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Nairn?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Nairn station. However, there are services departing from Bank of Scotland and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Nairn?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Nairn. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Thurso to Nairn?

The distance between Thurso and Nairn is 144 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Nairn without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs £4.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Thurso to Nairn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Nairn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurso to Nairn train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Nairn?

The best way to get from Thurso to Nairn is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Thurso to Nairn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurso to Nairn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Nairn?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Nairn is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Thurso to Nairn.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
4h 17m
£4
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
4h 37m
£69–122
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Nairncar 122.2 mi
2h 42m
£30–43
Bus via Inverness Union Street
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 32m
£19–27

Thurso to Nairn by bus

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3 5 times a day. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Inverness 4 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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