The average train between Swansea and Thurso takes 27h 8m and the fastest train takes 24h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Swansea 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 Swansea and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 8:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 5:37 PM which arrives into Thurso at 10:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 27h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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29h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Thurso station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 8m.
Swansea to Thurso train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Thurso train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Swansea to Thurso train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swansea and Thurso is 775.9 km. The road distance is 1,218 km.
You can take a train from Swansea to Thurso via Crewe, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 17h 7m.