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Nine ways to Travel from Blackpool to Thurso

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Cheapest
By car (738 km)
8 h 13 min
738 km.
from $40
Other
Rideshare
8 h 13 min
738 km.
from $9.63
Train
13 h
531 km.
from $434.41
Bus
14 h 47 min
531 km.
from $149.80
Train, Bus
13 h 34 min
532 km.
from $405.22
Train, Plane (Train to Ringway Airport)
10 h 13 min
531 km.
from $239.21
Train, Plane (Train to Ringway Airport)
9 h 13 min
531 km.
from $221.82
Train, Plane (Train to Ringway Airport)
12 h 51 min
531 km.
from $285.38
Train, Plane (Train)
17 h 31 min
531 km.
from $511.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$55.69
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$55.69

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Blackpool North to Wigan
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$94.93
Train from Wigan North Western to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$113.92–$278.47

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leeds to Darlington
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.96–$139.24

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Haymarket to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87
Train from Leeds to Darlington
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.28–$120.25

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Haymarket to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Thurso
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25
Train from Aberdeen to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Preston to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
7h 37m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$126.58

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$120.25
Train from Leeds to Darlington
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$59.49

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Blackpool North to Wigan
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92
Train from Blackpool North to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train from Blackpool North to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$24.05

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$582.26
Plane from Ringway Airport to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$341.76

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Wick
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$177.21–$607.57
Plane from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Wick
Ave. Duration:
18h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$316.44–$607.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Thurso is to bus which costs $81.52 - $141.30 and takes 14h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Thurso is to drive which takes 8h 15m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Preston Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Thurso via Preston, Haymarket and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Blackpool to Thurso?

The distance between Blackpool and Thurso is 869 km. The road distance is 724.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 13h and costs $152.17 - $597.83 .

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

It takes approximately 13h to get from Blackpool to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Thurso bus from?

Blackpool to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Thurso train from?

Blackpool to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Thurso?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Thurso is to train which takes 13h and costs $152.17 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $141.30 and takes 14h 47m.

Where does the Blackpool to Thurso bus arrive?

Blackpool to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Blackpool to Thurso train arrive?

Blackpool to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Thurso is 725 km. It takes approximately 8h 15m to drive from Blackpool to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 92+ hotels available in Thurso. Prices start at $53.48 per night.
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