The average train between Stafford and Thurso takes 19h 5m and the fastest train takes 13h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Stafford 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 Stafford and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 8:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 6:47 PM which arrives into Thurso at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 19h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stafford 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 Stafford to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Thurso station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 5m.
Stafford to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Thurso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Stafford to Thurso train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Stafford and Thurso is 649.7 km. The road distance is 962 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Thurso via Haymarket and Inverness in around 12h 56m.