4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Thurso
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£196
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£239
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
10 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
14 h 11 m
Trains on 07 Sept
6
Distance
574 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Thurso is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Thurso will cost around £239 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £196.
To travel from Manchester to Thurso you need to make at least 2 changes.
10:2411h55Manchester22:19Thurso£1961One-way2 changes- 16:2518h33Manchester10:58Thurso£1961One-way2 changes
- 20:2521h24Manchester17:49Thurso£1961One-way2 changes
5:5211h57Manchester17:49Thurso£2731One-way3 changes- 11:3710h42Manchester22:19Thurso£2881One-way3 changes
- 11:3710h42Manchester22:19Thurso£2881One-way3 changes
- 10:2411h55Manchester22:19Thurso£1961One-way2 changes
- 5:5211h57Manchester17:49Thurso£2731One-way3 changes
- 20:3717h46Manchester14:23Thurso£2881One-way3 changes
- 16:2518h33Manchester10:58Thurso£1961One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Thurso
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Thurso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £78 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 11h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, while a train costs an average of £137.
Distance: 574 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 0m Average total duration Fastest 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Thurso:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Thurso costing on average £137.
Other travel options to Thurso take longer:
Coach takes on average 12h 46m.
Tickets start at around £137 compared to roughly £128 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.60. The journey takes 10h 30m versus 8h 44m 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.
Live departures
Manchester to Thurso train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Thurso trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Manchester | 17h53 | 14:23 Thurso | 3 changes | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
| 5:52 Manchester | 11h57 | 17:49 Thurso | 3 changes | |
| 10:24 Manchester | 11h55 | 22:19 Thurso | 2 changes | |
| 11:37 Manchester | 10h42 | 22:19 Thurso | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Thurso by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Thurso.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Thurso.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Thurso
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Thurso run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £110 but you can travel from only £78 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 12:30. The fastest train covers the 574 km distance in 12h 37m.
Distance 574 km |
Average train duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £110 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 37m |
First train 6:26 |
Last train 12:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Thurso trainsScotrail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Thurso from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Thurso train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Thurso by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thurso, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Thurso
Most Manchester to Thurso trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Thurso station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Thurso train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Thurso leave from?
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Thurso station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Thurso from Thurso city centre
Thurso train station facilities and services
Thurso has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thurso.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thurso. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thurso: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thurso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thurso: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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