The average train between Elgin and Thurso (Station) takes 6h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Thurso (Station). 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 4 times a day between Elgin and Thurso (Station). The earliest departure is at 9:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Thurso (Station) at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Thurso (Station). However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Thurso (Station) station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.
Elgin to Thurso (Station) train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Thurso (Station) train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
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The distance between Elgin and Thurso (Station) is 105.3 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Thurso via Inverness in around 5h 36m.
