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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Thurso (THS)

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2

train journeys
per day

342

miles (551 kms)

12hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

09:26 / 22:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Thurso (THS)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Thurso , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Thurso is approximately 342 miles (551 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 15hrs 3 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Thurso.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Thurso. The fastest journey time on this route takes 12hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Thurso Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:26
    12 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    22:20
    Southport
    Thurso
    Southport to Thurso
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:12
    17 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:24
    Southport
    Thurso
    Southport to Thurso

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Southport and Thurso

The travel time between Southport and Thurso by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 15hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 12hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Thurso vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 09:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:11.

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Amenities on trains between Southport 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 Southport & Thurso. owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Thurso.

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