The cheapest and fastest trains from Thurso to Dingwall
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
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 $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 4 trains that leave Thurso for Dingwall on Tue, Dec 30, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 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 Tue, Dec 30 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.








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 €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€34 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thurso to Dingwall train times
The table below shows live departures for Thurso to Dingwall trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30. 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
Trains from Thurso to Dingwall run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€33) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 3 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 12m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€33) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 06:50 |
Last train 19:08 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Thurso to Dingwall trainsScotRail trains will get you between Thurso and Dingwall from $41 (€33). 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 09:50 - 16:54 Saturday 10:10 - 16:54 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of the ticket office
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop at the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 14:34 Saturday 07:30 - 14:34 Sunday Closed Scottish Bookings only
- Type of shops available: Charity bookshop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park in front of the station
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