The average train between Nottingham and Thurso takes 18h 16m and the fastest train takes 14h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 8:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Thurso at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Newark Castle and take an average of 18h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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20h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Thurso station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 16m.
Nottingham to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newark North Gate station.
Nottingham to Thurso train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Nottingham to Thurso train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Nottingham and Thurso is 644.4 km. The road distance is 1,003 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Thurso via Newark Castle, Castle Gate, North Gate station, Newark North Gate, and Inverness in around 13h 48m.