The average train between Thurso and Blackpool takes 14h 58m and the fastest train takes 10h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Blackpool. 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 Thurso and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 8:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thurso is at 4:32 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 1:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 14h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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14h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Thurso to Blackpool? 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 Thurso to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Thurso station and arriving at Blackpool station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 58m.
Thurso to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.
Thurso to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Thurso to Blackpool train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Thurso and Blackpool is 532.1 km. The road distance is 863 km.
You can take a train from Thurso to Blackpool North via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 11h 40m.