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Elgin to Thurso Train Route Details
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Discover all upcoming Elgin to Thurso services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
17:38 Elgin | 22:20 Thurso | ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:29 Elgin | 10:59 +1Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Elgin to Thurso

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Elgin to Thurso by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Elgin to Thurso more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travelers

First Class tickets
Enjoy an upgraded journey with First Class tickets, which usually provide spacious seating, a calmer environment, and added perks like free drinks or snacks with selected train operators

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travelers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis

Anytime tickets
Providing total flexibility, Anytime tickets let you travel whenever you like on your chosen day. They're perfect for travelers who want freedom without worrying about peak or off-peak limitations.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.














