The average train between Paignton and Thurso takes 28h 27m and the fastest train takes 24h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Paignton 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 Paignton and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 10:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paignton is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 28h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Paignton 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 Paignton to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Paignton station and arriving at Thurso station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 27m.
Paignton to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Thurso train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Paignton to Thurso train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Paignton and Thurso is 907.3 km. The road distance is 1,316 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Thurso via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, Wolverhampton, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 18h 35m.