The average train between Thurso and Penrith takes 15h and the fastest train takes 9h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Penrith. 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 Penrith. 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 Penrith at 3:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 15h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Thurso to Penrith? 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 Penrith. However, there are services departing from Thurso station and arriving at Penrith station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h.
Thurso to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Thurso station.
Thurso to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Thurso to Penrith train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Thurso and Penrith is 439.4 km. The road distance is 726 km.
You can take a train from Thurso to Penrith North Lakes via Inverness and Haymarket in around 10h 40m.