The average train between Inverness and Thurso takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 Inverness and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 6:31 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:19 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness station and arriving at Thurso station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 49m.
Inverness to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
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The distance between Inverness and Thurso is 130.8 km. The road distance is 241 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 49m.