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Outbound fromNottingham to Thurso by train
It takes an average of 18h 51m to travel from Nottingham to Thurso by train, over a distance of around 401 miles (645 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Nottingham to Thurso and tickets for this journey start from £138.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:25 | |
| Departure station | Nottingham | |
| Arrival station | Thurso | |
| Journey time | From 12h 39m | |
| Distance | 401 miles (645 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £138.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Nottingham to Thurso
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The train from Nottingham to Thurso usually takes 18 hours 51 minutes on average to travel 401 miles (645 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 12 hours 39 minutes. You can expect to find 7 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Thurso, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Nottingham to Thurso if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £138.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Thurso
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Consider a Season Ticket
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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.
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