The average train between Dumfries and Thurso takes 16h 48m and the fastest train takes 11h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries 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 Dumfries and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 11:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Thurso at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Crown Inn and take an average of 16h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dumfries 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 Dumfries to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 48m.
Dumfries to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lockerbie station.
Dumfries to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Dumfries to Thurso train tickets online with ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Dumfries and Thurso is 392 km. The road distance is 676 km.
You can take a bus from School to Thurso via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 11h 57m.