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Thurso to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Thurso and Carlisle takes 12h 21m and the fastest train takes 8h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 21m
Duration
430 mi
Distance
£195
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train via Glasgow

best
  1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain train
  2. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain train
9h 57m
£153–281

Thurso to Carlisle train times

Trains run twice daily between Thurso and Carlisle. 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 Carlisle at 5:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 12h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 429.6 mi
  • Duration: 12h 21m

What companies run services between Thurso, Scotland and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Thurso to Carlisle via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 9h 57m.

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