The average train between Pitlochry and Thurso takes 7h 16m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Pitlochry 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 3 times a day between Pitlochry and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 8:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pitlochry is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pitlochry to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Pitlochry station and arriving at Thurso station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.
Pitlochry to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Pitlochry station.
Pitlochry to Thurso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Pitlochry to Thurso train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Pitlochry and Thurso is 210.8 km. The road distance is 383 km.
You can take a train from Pitlochry to Thurso via Inverness in around 6h 39m.