The average train between Bangor and Thurso takes 20h 46m and the fastest train takes 14h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Bangor 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 twice daily between Bangor and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bangor is at 5:32 PM which arrives into Thurso at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 20h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bangor 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 Bangor to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Bangor station and arriving at Thurso station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 46m.
Bangor to Thurso train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Bangor to Thurso train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Bangor to Thurso train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bangor and Thurso is 598 km. The road distance is 1,009 km.
You can take a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Thurso via Warrington Bank Quay, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 15h 3m.