The average train between Crewe and Thurso takes 18h 39m and the fastest train takes 13h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Crewe 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 3 times a day between Crewe and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 9:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 7:10 PM which arrives into Thurso at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 18h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 39m.
Crewe to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Crewe to Thurso train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Crewe and Thurso is 614.9 km. The road distance is 923 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Thurso via Haymarket and Inverness in around 12h 34m.