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York to Thurso train prices and times

Looking to travel from York to Thurso? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 16.340, with average prices for this route around BHD 16.340.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:36 11h 14m, No direct York	17:50 Thurso	Find Tickets
10:56 11h 24m, No direct York	22:20 Thurso	Find Tickets
11:56 10h 24m, No direct York	22:20 Thurso	Find Tickets
16:56 18h 3m, No direct York	10:59 +1 Thurso	Find Tickets
20:59 17h 25m, No direct York	14:24 +1 Thurso	Find Tickets
21:53 16h 31m, No direct York	14:24 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

York to Thurso train route details

First train

06:36

Last train

21:53

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Thurso

Journey time

10h 24m

Distance

537 km

Price

BHD 16.340*

Train Operators

ScotRail, LNER, Lumo

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Thurso

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from York to Thurso during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from York to Thurso, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from York to Thurso more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

York to Thurso train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from York to Thurso from BHD 16.340

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York to Thurso train prices and times

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