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Taking the train from Insch to Thurso in 5 hours 26 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Insch to Thurso? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours to travel the 93 miles (149 km) from Insch to Thurso by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with ScotRail for all or at least part of your journey to Thurso.
Book train tickets from Insch to Thurso in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Thurso by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Insch to Thurso
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Insch to Thurso is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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