The average train between Blackburn and Thurso takes 16h 51m and the fastest train takes 11h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackburn 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 Blackburn and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 10:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Thurso at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 16h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn 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 Blackburn to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 51m.
Blackburn to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackburn to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Blackburn to Thurso train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackburn and Thurso is 542.5 km. The road distance is 860 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Thurso via Preston, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 13h 5m.