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Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Thurso
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Thurso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $114 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $114, while a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$114 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $114 compared to roughly $139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25. The journey takes 7h 4m versus 5h 29m 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 Glasgow to Thurso by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Thurso is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
10:08 AM7h42Glasgow5:50 PMThurso$1361One-way0 transfers
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10:08 AM7h42Glasgow5:50 PMThurso$1361One-way0 transfers
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10:08 AM7h42Glasgow5:50 PMThurso$1361One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow to Thurso
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Thurso as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and arrive in Thurso station (THS).
- Travel with Scotrail to go to Thurso by train.
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