The average train between Wales and Thurso takes 21h 52m and the fastest train takes 16h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales to Thurso. 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 Wales and Thurso. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 4:17 PM which arrives into Thurso at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 21h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Wales to Thurso? 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 Wales to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Thurso station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 52m.
Wales to Thurso train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Thurso train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Thurso station.
Book your Wales to Thurso train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Wales and Thurso is 700.9 km. The road distance is 1,145 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Thurso via Crewe, Haymarket, and Inverness in around 16h 8m.