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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Thurso
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Thurso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of Rp96 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Rp96, while a train costs an average of Rp96.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
Rp96 Average price Cheapest | Rp113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around Rp96 compared to roughly Rp113 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Rp17. The journey takes 7h 24m versus 5h 26m 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.
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How to get from Edinburgh to Thurso by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Thurso is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 12:37 PM8h43Edinburgh9:20 PMThursoRp481One-way0 transfers
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- 12:37 PM8h43Edinburgh9:20 PMThursoRp481One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- 12:37 PM8h43Edinburgh9:20 PMThursoRp481One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 12:32 PM8h48Edinburgh9:20 PMThursoRp1111One-way0 transfers
- 1:32 PM8h48Edinburgh10:20 PMThursoRp1131One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh to Thurso
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- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Thurso as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Thurso station (THS).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Thurso by train.
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