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Galashiels to Thurso

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482 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Galashiels to Thurso

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Cheapest
By car (482 km)
5 h 44 min
482 km.
from $26
Fastest
Plane to Thurso (Wick Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 44 min
482 km.
from $18.34
Train
10 h 27 min
333 km.
from $242.93
Bus
10 h 40 min
333 km.
from $108.55
Train, Plane, Bus, Ferry
9 h 57 min
330 km.
from $451.90
Bus via Edinburgh
11 h 24 min
332 km.
from $103.89

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
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 Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
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:
$41.77–$55.69
Bus from Travel Centre to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Ferry Terminal to Royal
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$55.69

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Email:
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Bank Street Gardens to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Surgeons'
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$822.76

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.28–$120.25

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Galashiels to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
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:
$53.16–$120.25

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:
$24.21

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Thurso is to bus which costs $65.22 - $92.39 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Thurso is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Bank Street Gardens and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Thurso via Edinburgh Waverley and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Thurso?

The distance between Galashiels and Thurso is 591 km. The road distance is 482.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 10h 27m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 27m to get from Galashiels to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Thurso bus from?

Galashiels to Thurso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Bank Street Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Thurso?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Thurso is to train which takes 10h 27m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $92.39 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Galashiels to Thurso bus arrive?

Galashiels to Thurso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Galashiels to Thurso train arrive?

Galashiels to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Thurso is 483 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Galashiels to Thurso.

How do I get a train ticket from Galashiels 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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