Trains to Thirsk from Cardiff Central
| First train | 04:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:20 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Thirsk | |
| Journey time | From 4h 47m | |
| Distance | 205 miles (329 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Cardiff Central to Thirsk by train
Looking to travel from Cardiff Central to Thirsk by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 56 minutes to travel from Cardiff Central to Thirsk by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 20 trains per day running along the 205 miles (329 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Thirsk, 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 Great Western Railway to get to Thirsk. 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 Cardiff Central to Thirsk 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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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
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4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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