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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Stonehaven Barclay Street via Inverness Union Street and Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Aberdeen via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Thurso to Stonehaven?

The distance between Thurso and Stonehaven is 250 miles. The road distance is 217.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 41m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Thurso to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Stonehaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurso to Stonehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Thurso to Stonehaven is to train which takes 8h 1m and costs £95 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Thurso to Stonehaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurso to Stonehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Stonehaven is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Thurso to Stonehaven.

Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

There are 658+ hotels available in Stonehaven.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
7h 41m
£34–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
8h 30m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
8h 1m
£95–205
Drive 216.3 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Stonehavencar 216.3 mi
4h 32m
£54–77

Thurso to Stonehaven by bus and train

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7h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 248.5 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Thurso to Barclay Street via Inverness, Aberdeen, and Union Square Bus Station in around 8h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Stonehaven Barclay Street via Inverness Union Street and Aberdeen Union Street in around 8h 30m.

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