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About Thurso

Thurso occupies Britain's northernmost mainland position, serving as the departure point for Orkney ferries from nearby Scrabster. The A99 provides the main access, connecting to the A9 at Latheron for the 280-mile journey from Perth via Inverness. Popular routes include the North Coast 500 and the 21-mile coastal drive to John o' Groats, with approximately 4 fast EV chargers available. The town's distinctive grey buildings showcase local Caithness flagstone, once exported worldwide from Thurso's harbour.

Where is Thurso on the map?

Thurso is in Scotland, at 58.593, -3.526 - about 17 km west of Bowermadden.

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The closest airport to Thurso is Wick John O'Groats Airport, 36 km (about 38 min by car). Other airports nearby: Kirkwall Airport.

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