The average train between Dumfries and Thurso takes 14h 12m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. 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 3 times a day between Dumfries and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Thurso at 2:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 14h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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17h 34m • 3 changesWant 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 Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 12m.
Dumfries to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Dumfries to Thurso train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Dumfries and Thurso is 392 km. The road distance is 660 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Thurso via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Perth, and Inverness in around 11h 49m.