The average train between Aberdeen and Thurso takes 8h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 8:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Thurso station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.
Aberdeen to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Aberdeen to Thurso train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Aberdeen and Thurso is 182 km. The road distance is 413 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Thurso via Inverness in around 7h 4m.