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It takes an average of 16h 19m to travel from Northampton to Thurso by train, over a distance of around 451 miles (725 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Northampton to Thurso and tickets for this journey start from £151.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:34 | |
| Departure station | Northampton | |
| Arrival station | Thurso | |
| Journey time | From 13h 10m | |
| Distance | 451 miles (725 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £151.90 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Northampton to Thurso by train
Looking to travel from Northampton to Thurso by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 16 hours 19 minutes to travel from Northampton to Thurso by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 13 hours 10 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 451 miles (725 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Thurso, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to get to Thurso. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Northampton to Thurso in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £151.90.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Northampton to Thurso?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.