The average train between Carrbridge and Thurso takes 7h 16m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Carrbridge 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.
Trains run 4 times a day between Carrbridge and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 7:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carrbridge is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carrbridge to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Carrbridge station and arriving at Thurso station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.
Carrbridge to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carrbridge station.
Carrbridge to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
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The distance between Carrbridge and Thurso is 146.9 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Carrbridge to Thurso via Inverness in around 5h 23m.