Hereford to Thirsk by train
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:33 | |
| Departure station | Hereford | |
| Arrival station | Thirsk | |
| Journey time | From 3h 59m | |
| Distance | 160 miles (257 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
Taking the train from Hereford to Thirsk in 3 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Hereford to Thirsk? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 43 minutes to travel the 160 miles (257 km) from Hereford to Thirsk by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 33 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Thirsk. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Hereford to Thirsk in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Thirsk by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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