London North Eastern Railway
ScotRail
Trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Thurso
| First train | 05:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:32 | |
| Departure station | Thurso | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 37m | |
| Distance | 183 miles (294 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators |
Trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Thurso
Want to travel from Thurso to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 9 hours 26 minutes to travel from Thurso to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train. You'll find on average 8 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train; you'll need to make 1 change.
Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway and ScotRail.
Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Thurso to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
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. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
2. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Thurso to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.