The average train between Macclesfield and Thurso takes 17h 54m and the fastest train takes 12h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 9:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Thurso at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 17h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 54m.
Macclesfield to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Macclesfield to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Macclesfield to Thurso train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Thurso is 599.5 km. The road distance is 919 km.
You can take a train from Macclesfield to Thurso via Manchester Piccadilly, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 14h 2m.