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The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Thurso
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
130 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Thurso is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Thurso will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $42.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Thurso every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
01:00PM3h50
Inverness04:50PMThurso
$421One-way
0 changes
09:41AM3h43
Inverness01:24PMThurso
$421One-way
0 changes
09:41AM3h43
Inverness01:24PMThurso
$421One-way
0 changes
01:00PM3h50
Inverness04:50PMThurso
$421One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
$40 Average Price | $33 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness to Thurso train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 1:33 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y68543 | On time 7:00 am Inverness station (INV) | 3h59 | 10:59 am Thurso station (THS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y68551 | On time 10:41 am Inverness station (INV) | 3h43 | 2:24 pm Thurso station (THS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y68534 | On time 2:00 pm Inverness station (INV) | 3h50 | 5:50 pm Thurso station (THS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y68554 | On time 6:31 pm Inverness station (INV) | 3h49 | 10:20 pm Thurso station (THS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Thurso
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Thurso run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 06:50 |
Last train 18:31 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: ScotRail from Inverness to Thurso trainsScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Thurso from $25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 37m
Cheapest Price
$26
ScotRail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Inverness to Thurso train
FAQs: Travel by train from Inverness to Thurso easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Inverness to Thurso.
Cheap train tickets from Inverness to Thurso can start from as little as $30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Inverness to Thurso is $40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Thurso from Inverness is on average 3 h 43 min for the 130 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Inverness to Thurso by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Inverness to Thurso leaves at 6: 50am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Inverness to Thurso leaves at 6: 31pm.
There are 2 trains a day from Inverness to Thurso which require at least one change with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the journey from Inverness to Thurso you can take a train with ScotRail. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Thurso from Inverness on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Inverness, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Thurso, located away from the city centre.
A trip to Thurso from Inverness is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Inverness to Thurso is January.
You have options as you can travel to Thurso from Inverness 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Thurso
Inverness
Thurso
The major train station for departures in Inverness is Inverness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness for your trip from Inverness to Thurso.
Inverness
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Inverness
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
The major train station for arrivals in Thurso is Thurso. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thurso for your journey to Thurso from Inverness.
Thurso
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 09:50 - 16:54 Saturday 10:10 - 16:54 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of the ticket office
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens
Public transport options for Thurso
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the station entrance
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