What is the cheapest way to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle is to bus via Bus Station Stance 3 which costs £5 - £9 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle?

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

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Urquhart Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Urquhart Castle. However, there are services departing from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland and arriving at Urquhart Castle via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Urquhart Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Urquhart Castle. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Thurso to Urquhart Castle?

The distance between Thurso and Urquhart Castle is 149 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

How do I travel from Thurso to Urquhart Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £18 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Urquhart Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Thurso to Urquhart Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Urquhart Castle?

The best way to get from Thurso to Urquhart Castle is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £18 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Thurso to Urquhart Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thurso to Urquhart Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Urquhart Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Urquhart Castle is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Thurso to Urquhart Castle.

Where can I stay near Urquhart Castle?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Urquhart Castle.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 57m
£19–27
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
5h 2m
£5–9
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
5h 22m
£70–126
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Thurso to Urquhart Castlecar 121.2 mi
2h 42m
£30–43

Thurso to Urquhart Castle by bus

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Thurso, Scotland and Urquhart Castle, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Thurso Royal Bank of Scotland to Inverness Union Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 3h 21m. 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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