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Blackpool to Thurso trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Thurso takes 16h 38m and the fastest train takes 11h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackpool to Thurso. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

16h 38m
Duration
540 mi
Distance
£248
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train via Edinburgh

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain train
  2. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain train
  3. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain train
13h 1m
£186–402

Blackpool to Thurso train times

Trains run twice daily between Blackpool and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 10:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Thurso at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 16h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 540 mi
  • Duration: 16h 38m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Thurso via Preston, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 13h 1m.

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