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Thurso to Preston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Thurso and Preston takes 13h 36m and the fastest train takes 10h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Thurso to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 36m
Duration
519 mi
Distance
£232
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 Prestontrain train
11h 8m
£186–361

Thurso to Preston train times

Trains run twice daily between Thurso and Preston. 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 Preston at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 13h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 519 mi
  • Duration: 13h 36m

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

You can take a train from Thurso to Preston via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 11h 8m.

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