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Edinburgh to Thurso train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Thurso? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 47.96, with average prices for this route around NZD 93.39. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Sun, Jun 22
From NZD 198.37
Mon, Jun 23
From NZD 198.37
Tue, Jun 24
From NZD 198.37
Wed, Jun 25
From NZD 198.37
Thu, Jun 26
From NZD 47.96
Fri, Jun 27
From NZD 198.37
Sat, Jun 28

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
13:53 Edinburgh (Waverley)	21:31 Thurso	7h 38m, No direct		Find Tickets
14:14 Edinburgh Park	21:31 Paris	7h 17m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh to Thurso train route details

First train

13:53

Last train

14:14

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Thurso

Journey time

7h 17m

Distance

295 km

Price

NZD 47.96*

Train Operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Thurso

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh to Thurso. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Thurso for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Thurso, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Thurso ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Edinburgh to Thurso train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Edinburgh to Thurso train prices and times

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