The average train between Thurso and Loch Lomond takes 11h 51m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Loch Lomond. 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 Loch Lomond. 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 Loch Lomond at 7:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 11h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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15h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Thurso to Loch Lomond? 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 Loch Lomond. However, there are services departing from Thurso station and arriving at Loch Lomond station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.
Thurso to Loch Lomond train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.
Thurso to Loch Lomond train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.
Book your Thurso to Loch Lomond train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Thurso and Loch Lomond is 286.7 km. The road distance is 559 km.
You can take a train from Thurso to Balloch via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 9h 30m.