4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Thurso to Inverness
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thurso to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thurso to Inverness will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Thurso for Inverness on Wed, Jul 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.
C150711:06 PM4h02Thurso station (THS)5:08 PMInverness station (INV)€351One-way0 transfers- C150774:32 PM3h41Thurso station (THS)8:13 PMInverness station (INV)€351One-way0 transfers
- C150618:34 AM3h53Thurso station (THS)12:27 PMInverness station (INV)€351One-way0 transfers
- C150774:32 PM3h41Thurso station (THS)8:13 PMInverness station (INV)€351One-way0 transfers
- C150618:34 AM3h53Thurso station (THS)12:27 PMInverness station (INV)€351One-way0 transfers
- C150711:06 PM4h02Thurso station (THS)5:08 PMInverness station (INV)€351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Thurso to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thurso to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €45.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thurso to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Thurso to Inverness trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| C15071 | On time 1:06 PM Thurso station (THS) | 4h02 | 5:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 8 | |||||
| C15061 | 8:34 AM Thurso station (THS) | 3h53 | 12:27 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thurso to Inverness
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Trains from Thurso to Inverness run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 18:31. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 6:50 AM |
Last train 6:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Thurso to Inverness trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Thurso and Inverness from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Thurso to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thurso to Inverness by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Thurso to Inverness
Most Thurso to Inverness trains use the Thurso to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Thurso and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thurso station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Thurso from Thurso city centre
Thurso train station facilities and services
Thurso has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thurso.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thurso. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thurso: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thurso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thurso: 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.
Which Inverness station do trains from Thurso arrive at?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: 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.
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