- Distance: 50.6 mi
- Duration: 1h 11m
The average train between Thurso and Helmsdale takes 1h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Helmsdale. 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 4 times a day between Thurso and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thurso is at 4:32 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 5:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thurso station and arriving at Helmsdale station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.
Thurso to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.
Thurso to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
Book your Thurso to Helmsdale train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Thurso and Helmsdale is 53.7 km. The road distance is 81 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Thurso to Helmsdale 4 times a day. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 11m.
