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Bristol Parkway to Thurso by train

First train

05:44

Last train

18:44

Departure station

Bristol Parkway

Arrival station

Thurso

Journey time

From 13h 36m

Distance

490 miles (789 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper

How to travel from Bristol Parkway to Thurso by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Bristol Parkway and Thurso, which usually take 18 hours 15 minutes to complete the 490 miles (789 km) journey. It can take as little as 13 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Thurso by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Bristol Parkway to Thurso if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Thurso? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Bristol Parkway to Thurso? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Bristol Parkway and Thurso by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso is 13 hours and 36 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso?

No, there are no direct train services from Bristol Parkway to Thurso. Travelling from Bristol Parkway to Thurso by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso leave?

The first train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso leaves at 05:44. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso leave?

The last train from Bristol Parkway to Thurso leaves at 18:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Bristol Parkway and Thurso by train?

Trains travelling from Bristol Parkway to Thurso cover a distance of around 490 miles (789 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Thurso to Bristol Parkway.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol Parkway to Thurso

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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