The average train between Nairn and Thurso takes 6h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Nairn 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 4 times a day between Nairn and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 10:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nairn is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Nairn to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Nairn station and arriving at Thurso station via Thurso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.
Nairn to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Nairn to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
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The distance between Nairn and Thurso is 114.1 km. The road distance is 265 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Thurso 3 times a day. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 49m.