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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 | Thurso | Inverness | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Thurso | Inverness | No tags |
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Get from Thurso to Inverness
The journey takes about 3 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 424, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 2.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 R 424
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thurso to Inverness by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Thurso to Inverness?
The cheapest train tickets from Thurso to Inverness start from R 424. The average price for this train route is around R 434. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Thurso to Inverness?
The average train journey time from Thurso to Inverness is 3h 53m, covering a distance of 131 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 41m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Thurso to Inverness route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Thurso to Inverness?
The earliest train from Thurso to Inverness departs at 08:34. And the latest train departs at 16:32.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Thurso to Inverness was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 403To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Thurso to Inverness as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 403 to R 411 for a train ticket from Thurso to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 404, which is on 2025-12-18.
