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Dumfries to Thurso

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Nine ways to Travel from Dumfries to Thurso

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Cheapest
By car (546 km)
6 h 22 min
546 km.
from $30
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Plane to Thurso (Wick Airport)
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Rideshare
6 h 22 min
546 km.
from $7.12
Bus
10 h 54 min
390 km.
from $120.91
Train via Glasgow
10 h 59 min
392 km.
from $206
Train, Plane, Ferry
10 h 34 min
390 km.
from $493.40
Train (Train)
11 h 57 min
390 km.
from $281.54
Bus via Edinburgh
11 h 59 min
392 km.
from $5.43
Train (Train #2)
12 h 4 min
392 km.
from $350.74

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
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 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

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

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

Houstons Minicoaches

Phone:
+44 1576 203874
Email:
Website:
houstonscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Buccleuch Street to Lothian
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.16–$164.55

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 Dumfries to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$69.62
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
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 Haymarket to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$59.49
Train from Carlisle to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.11–$75.95

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18

Other operators

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$23.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Thurso is to bus which costs $70.65 - $97.83 and takes 10h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Thurso is to drive which takes 6h 23m and costs $103.26 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Thurso via Carlisle, Haymarket and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Thurso?

The distance between Dumfries and Thurso is 613 km. The road distance is 533.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Thurso without a car is to bus which takes 10h 54m and costs $70.65 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 54m to get from Dumfries to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Thurso bus from?

Dumfries to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Thurso?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Thurso is to bus which takes 10h 54m and costs $70.65 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs $130.43 - $293.48 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Dumfries to Thurso bus arrive?

Dumfries to Thurso bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Thurso train arrive?

Dumfries to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Thurso is 533 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Dumfries to Thurso.

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

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Where can I stay near Thurso?

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