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Edinburgh to Thurso Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Thurso, starting from 24,80 € and averaging 48,29 €. The entire journey takes no more than 7h 17m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Su, 22. 6.
From 102,56 €
Ma, 23. 6.
From 102,56 €
Ti, 24. 6.
From 102,56 €
Ke, 25. 6.
From 102,56 €
To, 26. 6.
From 24,80 €
Pe, 27. 6.
From 102,56 €
La, 28. 6.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
13:53 Edinburgh (Waverley)	21:31 Thurso	7h 38m, Changes required		Find Tickets
14:14 Edinburgh Park	21:31 Paris	7h 17m, Changes required		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

24,80 €*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Thurso

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Thurso can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Thurso ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group 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

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Edinburgh to Thurso Train prices and times

Edinburgh to Thurso Train Route Details