How to get from Thurso to Aberdeen by bus and train?

From Thurso to Aberdeen by bus and train

To get from Thurso to Aberdeen in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Thurso station to Inverness station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL bus from Dyce station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Thurso may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Aberdeen on the Moovit app.

405min
Train - SCOTRAIL
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Leaves from Thurso

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Thurso
  • 2
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    233 min
  • 4
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    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dyce
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dyce
    127 min
  • 6
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    Wait for bus
    SCOTRAIL
    Bus Replacement: Aberdeen
  • 7
    Ride to bus station Aberdeen
    Ride to bus station
    Aberdeen
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thurso to Aberdeen

The distance between Thurso, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland is approximately 420.63 km, which can typically be travelled in 405 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thurso to Aberdeen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Thurso to Aberdeen

To check the bus and train schedule from Thurso to Aberdeen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Thurso) and destination (Aberdeen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thurso to Aberdeen?

    The fastest way takes 405 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Thurso and Aberdeen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Thurso to Aberdeen?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverness station near Thurso in Thurso to Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Inverness station near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Thurso to Aberdeen by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Thurso in Thurso and Aberdeen in Scotland by train and bus is about 6 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Thurso to get to Aberdeen?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Inverness station near Thurso in Thurso.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Thurso and Aberdeen?

    Get off the train at the Inverness stop, which is closest to Aberdeen in Scotland.

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