The average train between Chesterfield and Thurso takes 17h 57m and the fastest train takes 13h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Chesterfield 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 twice daily between Chesterfield and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 9:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesterfield is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Thurso at 2:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 17h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chesterfield to Thurso? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield station and arriving at Thurso station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 57m.
Chesterfield to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Chesterfield station.
Chesterfield to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Chesterfield to Thurso train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chesterfield and Thurso is 608.5 km. The road distance is 985 km.
You can take a train from Chesterfield to Thurso via Edinburgh Waverley and Inverness in around 13h 39m.