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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Thurso (THS)

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3

train journeys
per day

551

miles (887 kms)

14hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

07:31 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Thurso (THS)

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Thurso , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Thurso is approximately 551 miles (887 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 19hrs 9 mins.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Thurso.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Thurso. The fastest journey time on this route takes 14hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Thurso Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:31
    14 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    22:20
    Folkestone West
    Thurso
    Folkestone West to Thurso
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:03
    19 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:24
    Folkestone West
    Thurso
    Folkestone West to Thurso
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:01
    23 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    22:20
    Folkestone West
    Thurso
    Folkestone West to Thurso

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
Address Folkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Thurso Station

Station name Thurso (THS)
Address Thurso station, Princes Street, Thurso, Highland, KW14 7DL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 09:50 - 16:54
Saturday 10:10 - 16:54
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Thurso

The travel time between Folkestone West and Thurso by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 19hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 14hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Thurso vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Thurso can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Folkestone West & Thurso. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Thurso.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Folkestone West and Thurso, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.