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772 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Manchester to Thurso

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Cheapest
By car (772 km)
8 h 33 min
772 km.
from $42
Other
Rideshare
8 h 33 min
772 km.
from $10.07
Train
12 h 36 min
573 km.
from $333.72
Bus
13 h 44 min
573 km.
from $133.08
Bus via Edinburgh
16 h 44 min
574 km.
from $148.39
Bus, Plane (Fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport)
8 h 52 min
573 km.
from $233.83
Bus, Plane (Fly to Aberdeen International Airport)
11 h 30 min
573 km.
from $268.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
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:
$49.37–$69.62

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 Sir
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.50–$53.16
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.50–$53.16

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95

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:
$126.58–$189.87

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:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Thurso
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$51.90–$113.92
Train from Aberdeen to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$88.60

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 Manchester Oxford Road to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$55.69–$139.24
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$37.97

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

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–$405.05

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Wick
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$164.55–$594.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thurso is to bus which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 13h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Thurso is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $92.39 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Thurso via Haymarket and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Thurso?

The distance between Manchester and Thurso is 890 km. The road distance is 759.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 12h 36m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 36m to get from Manchester to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thurso bus from?

Manchester to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thurso train from?

Manchester to Thurso train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Thurso?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thurso is to train which takes 12h 36m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 13h 44m, you could also fly, which costs $92.39 - $369.57 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Manchester to Thurso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Thurso train arrive?

Manchester to Thurso train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Thurso is 760 km. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Manchester to Thurso.

Which airlines fly from Ringway Airport Airport to Wick Airport Airport?

Aer Lingus, Loganair, British Airways and Eastern Airways offer flights from Ringway Airport Airport to Wick Airport Airport.

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

Book your Manchester to Thurso train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Thurso?

There are 95+ hotels available in Thurso. Prices start at $51.73 per night.
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