The average train between Thurso and Cardiff takes 19h 25m and the fastest train takes 14h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Cardiff. 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 Thurso and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thurso is at 4:32 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 19h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Thurso to Cardiff? 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 Thurso to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Thurso station and arriving at Cardiff station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 25m.
Thurso to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.
Thurso to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Thurso to Cardiff train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Thurso and Cardiff is 791.4 km. The road distance is 1,145 km.
You can take a train from Thurso to Cardiff Central via Inverness, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 15h 28m.