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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Sir Georges Street Church to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$54.43
Bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.02
Bus from Ferry terminal to Travel
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Bank of Scotland to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$55.69

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.28–$120.25
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Thurso to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58
Train from Inverness to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Airlines

Loganair

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

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Wick Airport to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$151.89

Other operators

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.21

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thurso to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurso to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Thurso and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurso to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Sir Georges Street Church and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Inverness Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Thurso and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Thurso to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Thurso and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Thurso to Edinburgh?

The distance between Thurso and Edinburgh is 459 km. The road distance is 421.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurso to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Thurso to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Edinburgh bus from?

Thurso to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Sir Georges Street Church station.

Where do I catch the Thurso to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurso to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Thurso to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $239.13 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Thurso to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Thurso to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Thurso to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurso to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurso to Edinburgh is 422 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Thurso to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Thurso to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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