Leicester to Thurso by train
| First train | 07:07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:20 | |
| Departure station | Leicester | |
| Arrival station | Thurso | |
| Journey time | From 13h 2m | |
| Distance | 422 miles (679 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Leicester to Thurso by train
Looking to travel from Leicester to Thurso by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 17 hours 53 minutes to travel from Leicester to Thurso by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 13 hours 2 minutes though. You'll usually find 6 trains per day running along the 422 miles (679 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Thurso, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail 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 Leicester 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!
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Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Thurso
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