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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Inverness to Thurso
Cheapest price on Sep 18
CHF28
Average ticket price on Sep 18
CHF41
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 18
7
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Inverness to Thurso is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Thurso will cost around CHF41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF28.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 7 buses from Inverness to Thurso, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:50 AM3h31Inverness2:21 PMBank Of ScotlandCHF281One-way0 transfers- 5:10 PM3h31Inverness8:41 PMBank Of ScotlandCHF281One-way0 transfers
4:30 AM3h14Inverness7:44 AMThurso Bank Of ScotlandCHF451One-way0 transfers- 8:21 AM3h35Inverness11:56 AMThurso Bank Of ScotlandCHF451One-way0 transfers
- 2:34 PM3h36Inverness6:10 PMThurso Bank Of ScotlandCHF451One-way0 transfers
- 6:39 PM3h12Inverness9:51 PMThurso Bank Of ScotlandCHF451One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 AM3h14Inverness7:44 AMThurso Bank Of ScotlandCHF451One-way0 transfers
- 2:40 PM3h30Inverness6:10 PMThurso Bank Of ScotlandCHF461One-way1 transfer
- 10:50 AM3h31Inverness2:21 PMBank Of ScotlandCHF281One-way0 transfers
- 5:10 PM3h31Inverness8:41 PMBank Of ScotlandCHF281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverness to Thurso
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Thurso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF33, while a train costs an average of CHF33.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF33 Average price Cheapest | CHF33 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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Inverness to Thurso Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ember | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:44AM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 07:03AM | Arrival Time 10:24AM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:21AM | Arrival Time 11:56AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 10:06AM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Stagecoach North Scotland | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:21PM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 02:19PM | Arrival Time 05:49PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 02:34PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Stagecoach North Scotland | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF46 |
Operator Stagecoach North Scotland | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:41PM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator Stagecoach North Scotland | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:52PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF28 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 06:39PM | Arrival Time 09:51PM | Duration 3h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:39PM | Arrival Time 11:47PM | Duration 3h08 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Live departures
Inverness to Thurso bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Thurso buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:30 AM Inverness | 3h14 | 7:44 AM Thurso Bank Of Scotland | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:21 AM Inverness | 3h35 | 11:56 AM Thurso Bank Of Scotland | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 AM Inverness | 3h31 | 2:21 PM Bank Of Scotland | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:34 PM Inverness | 3h36 | 6:10 PM Thurso Bank Of Scotland | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:40 PM Inverness | 3h30 | 6:10 PM Thurso Bank Of Scotland | 1 transfer | |
| 5:10 PM Inverness | 3h31 | 8:41 PM Bank Of Scotland | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:39 PM Inverness | 3h12 | 9:51 PM Thurso Bank Of Scotland | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Inverness to Thurso
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Inverness to Thurso and enjoy the approximately 80 miles (130 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 06:58, the last at 17:54.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
First bus 6:58 AM |
Last bus 5:54 PM |
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