The average train between Bristol and Thurso takes 27h 31m and the fastest train takes 22h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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 Bristol and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 12:01 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Bristol is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 27h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Thurso station via Stafford station, Haymarket station and Inverness station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 31m.
Bristol to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
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The distance between Bristol and Thurso is 796 km. The road distance is 1008 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Thurso via Stafford, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 15h 57m.
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