How far is it from Midland to Thurso?

The distance between Midland and Thurso is 59 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Midland to Thurso?

The drive from Midland to Thurso takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Midland to Thurso?

The fastest route from Midland to Thurso covers 59 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.

Which direction is Thurso from Midland?

Thurso lies roughly to the south-west of Midland.

Which roads does the route from Midland to Thurso follow?

The drive from Midland to Thurso mainly follows A836.

Are there charging stations between Midland and Thurso?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Midland to Thurso, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 38.

Midland Thurso

Distance: 59 miDuration: 2 h 5 min

Driving from Midland to Thurso takes about 2 h 5 min via Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry. The distance is 59 mi. The straight-line distance is 26 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Greenigoe, Scapa, Grimness, East Canisbay, Thurso East. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 59 mi

1 Depart 4 yd
2 Turn slightly left 145 yd
3 Keep slightly right 103 yd
4 Turn right onto Houton Road 1 mi
5 Turn right 2 mi
6 Turn slightly right 9 mi
7 Continue slightly right onto Foreland Road 1 mi
8 At roundabout, take exit right onto Holm Branch Road 1 mi
9 Continue slightly right onto Holm Road 14 mi
10 Turn right onto Saint Margaret's Road 1 mi
11 Turn left onto Ontoft Road 125 yd
12 Continue straight onto Pier Road 1 mi
13 Turn right 43 yd

14 Continue straight onto Gills Bay - St Margaret's Hope ferry 18 mi
15 Continue straight 158 yd
16 Continue straight onto Gills Pier Road 1 mi
17 At end of road, turn right 11 mi
18 Turn straight onto Castletown Road 5 mi
19 At end of road, turn right onto Sir George's Street 1 mi
20 At end of road, turn left onto Sir John's Square 16 yd
21 Continue right onto Sir John's Square 63 yd
22 Turn left onto Princes Street 174 yd
23 Turn right onto Robertson's Lane 63 yd
24 Turn left onto Barrock Street 37 yd
25 Arrive right onto Barrock Street

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The return trip from Thurso to Midland covers roughly the same distance, 59 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

38 chargers

John O'groats, WickJohn O'groats, Wick, KW1 4YX75 kW
Church Road, St. Margaret's HopeChurch Road, St. Margaret's Hope, Orkney, KW17 2SR50 kW
Ferry Road, StromnessFerry Road, Stromness, Orkney, KW16 3AD50 kW
Gill's Pier Road, Gill's BayGill's Pier Road, Gill's Bay, Highland, KW1 4YB50 kW
Great Western Road Car Park, KirkwallGreat Western Road Car Park, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BX50 kW

EV Charging Points

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Top attractions along the route

Gills Bay
Ferry Terminals
St Margaret's Hope Port
Ferry Terminals
Houton Ferry Terminal
Ferry Terminals
Stromness Port
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Thurso → Crosskirk6 mi · 15 min Thurso → Halkirk8 mi · 15 min Thurso → Winless18 mi · 30 min Thurso → Kinbrace37 mi · 1 h Thurso → Achscrabster5 mi · 15 min Thurso → Sibster, Highland 27 mi · 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Midland to Thurso?: The distance between Midland and Thurso is 59 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Midland to Thurso?: The drive from Midland to Thurso takes approximately 2 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Midland to Thurso?: The fastest route from Midland to Thurso covers 59 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 5 min.
Which direction is Thurso from Midland?: Thurso lies roughly to the south-west of Midland.
Which roads does the route from Midland to Thurso follow?: The drive from Midland to Thurso mainly follows A836.
Are there charging stations between Midland and Thurso?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Midland to Thurso, including John O'groats, Wick (75 kW); Church Road, St. Margaret's Hope (50 kW); Ferry Road, Stromness (50 kW). Charging points on this route: 38.

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