The average train between Chorley and Thurso takes 16h 29m and the fastest train takes 11h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Chorley 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 Chorley and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 10:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Thurso at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 16h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chorley 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 Chorley to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 29m.
Chorley to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Chorley to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Chorley to Thurso train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Chorley and Thurso is 552.7 km. The road distance is 855 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Thurso via Preston, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 12h 54m.