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Cardiff to Thurso trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Thurso takes 22h and the fastest train takes 16h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff 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.

22h
Duration
711 mi
Distance
£322
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train via Edinburgh

best
  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain train
  3. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain train
  4. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain train
16h 8m
£252–500

Cardiff to Thurso train times

Trains run twice daily between Cardiff and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 4:17 PM which arrives into Thurso at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 22h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 711.3 mi
  • Duration: 22h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Thurso via Crewe, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 16h 8m.

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