The average train between Thurso and Dumfries takes 13h 18m and the fastest train takes 9h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Dumfries. 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 Thurso and Dumfries. 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 Dumfries at 4:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 13h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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16h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Thurso to Dumfries? 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 Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Thurso station and arriving at Dumfries station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 18m.
Thurso to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.
Thurso to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Thurso to Dumfries train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Thurso and Dumfries is 392 km. The road distance is 660 km.
You can take a train from Thurso to Dumfries via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 11h 11m.