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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Inverness | Thurso | No tags | ||||
| Train | Inverness | Thurso | No tags | ||||
| Train | Inverness | Thurso | No tags | ||||
| Train | Inverness | Thurso | No tags | ||||
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Get from Inverness to Thurso
The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Inverness to Thurso by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Inverness to Thurso?
The cheapest train tickets from Inverness to Thurso start from $25. The average price for this train route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Inverness to Thurso?
The average train ride duration from Inverness to Thurso is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 43m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Inverness to Thurso route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Inverness to Thurso?
The earliest train departs from Inverness to Thurso at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:31pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Inverness to Thurso was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Inverness to Thurso, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $41 for a train ticket from Inverness to Thurso based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-17.
