4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Thurso to Dingwall
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thurso to Dingwall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thurso to Dingwall will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 4 trains that leave Thurso for Dingwall on Fri, Aug 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:50 AM3h10Thurso10:00 AMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers- 8:34 AM3h15Thurso11:49 AMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
- 1:06 PM3h23Thurso4:29 PMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
- 4:32 PM3h08Thurso7:40 PMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
- 4:32 PM3h08Thurso7:40 PMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
- 6:50 AM3h10Thurso10:00 AMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
- 8:34 AM3h15Thurso11:49 AMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
- 1:06 PM3h23Thurso4:29 PMDingwall€551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Thurso to Dingwall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thurso to Dingwall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Thurso to Dingwall:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Thurso to Dingwall costing on average €55.
Other travel options to Dingwall take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 14m.
Tickets start at around €55 compared to roughly €29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-25.60. The journey takes 3h 14m versus 2h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Thurso to Dingwall train times
The table below shows live departures for Thurso to Dingwall trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:50 AM Thurso | 3h10 | 10:00 AM Dingwall | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:34 AM Thurso | 3h15 | 11:49 AM Dingwall | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:06 PM Thurso | 3h23 | 4:29 PM Dingwall | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:32 PM Thurso | 3h08 | 7:40 PM Dingwall | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thurso to Dingwall
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Thurso to Dingwall run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 6:50 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: ScotRail from Thurso to Dingwall trainsScotRail trains will get you between Thurso and Dingwall from €40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Thurso to Dingwall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thurso to Dingwall by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dingwall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Thurso to Dingwall
Most Thurso to Dingwall trains use the Thurso to Dingwall station pair. Use this guide to compare Thurso and Dingwall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thurso station do trains to Dingwall leave from?
Getting to Thurso from Thurso city centre
Thurso train station facilities and services
Thurso has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thurso.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thurso. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thurso: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thurso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thurso: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dingwall station do trains from Thurso arrive at?
Getting to Dingwall from Dingwall city centre
Dingwall train station facilities and services
Dingwall has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dingwall.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dingwall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dingwall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dingwall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dingwall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dingwall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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