🚌 Bus from Thurso to Inverness
2 direct routes · about 225 min · first bus 03:42, last bus 19:32 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E6 | Ember | ~225 min | 4 | 03:42 | 19:32 | Bank of Scotland (opp) |
| X99 | Stagecoach Bluebird | ~229 min | 1 | 09:04 | 09:04 | Ferry Terminal (at) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Thurso on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Thurso to Inverness?
2 routes run directly from Thurso to Inverness: the E6 (Ember), the X99 (Stagecoach Bluebird).
How long does the bus take from Thurso to Inverness?
Around 225 minutes on the E6, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Thurso to Inverness?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the E6) leaves around 03:42 and the last around 19:32. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Thurso to Inverness?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.