Travel from Polmont to Thurso by train in 7 hours 9 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Polmont to Thurso by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Polmont to Thurso by train is 10 hours 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 7 hours 9 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day travelling the 180 miles (290 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Thurso. You'll probably be travelling with ScotRail to get to Thurso, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Polmont to Thurso.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Thurso, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Polmont to Thurso
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Polmont to Thurso is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
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