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Didcot Parkway to Thurso by train

First train

19:03

Last train

19:03

Departure station

Didcot Parkway

Arrival station

Thurso

Journey time

From 18h 21m

Distance

491 miles (789 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper

Travelling from Didcot Parkway to Thurso by train

Looking to travel from Didcot Parkway to Thurso by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 18 hours 21 minutes to travel from Didcot Parkway to Thurso by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 18 hours 21 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 491 miles (789 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 4 changes during the journey to Thurso, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, ScotRail or CrossCountry to get to Thurso. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Didcot Parkway to Thurso in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Didcot 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 Didcot Parkway and Thurso by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Didcot Parkway to Thurso is 18 hours and 21 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Didcot Parkway to Thurso?

No, there are no direct train services from Didcot Parkway to Thurso. Travelling from Didcot Parkway to Thurso by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

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

The first train from Didcot Parkway to Thurso leaves at 19:03. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Didcot Parkway to Thurso leaves at 19:03. 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 Didcot Parkway and Thurso by train?

Trains travelling from Didcot Parkway to Thurso cover a distance of around 491 miles (789 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Didcot 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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