The average train between Alexandria and Thurso takes 10h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Alexandria 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 Alexandria and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alexandria is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 10h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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16h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Alexandria 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 Alexandria to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Alexandria station and arriving at Thurso station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.
Alexandria to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Alexandria to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Alexandria to Thurso train tickets online with ScotRail and SPT Subway.
The distance between Alexandria and Thurso is 296.8 km. The road distance is 557 km.
You can take a train from Alexandria to Thurso via Partick, Partick SPT Subway Station, Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station, Glasgow Queen Street, and Inverness in around 9h 57m.