The average train between Kendal and Thurso takes 15h 52m and the fastest train takes 10h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 Kendal and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 11:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Thurso at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 15h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 52m.
Kendal to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Kendal to Thurso train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Kendal and Thurso is 476.9 km. The road distance is 780 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Thurso via Oxenholme Lake District, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 12h 23m.