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Telford Central to Thornaby by train

First train

04:38

Last train

23:31

Departure station

Telford Central

Arrival station

Thornaby

Journey time

From 3h 58m

Distance

138 miles (222 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Telford Central to Thornaby in 3 hours 58 minutes

If you want to travel from Telford Central to Thornaby by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Telford Central to Thornaby by train to take around 6 hours 23 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 17 trains per day running on this route, which spans 138 miles (222 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Thornaby. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Telford Central to Thornaby are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Telford Central to Thornaby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Telford Central to Thornaby take?

The average journey time by train between Telford Central and Thornaby is 6 hours and 23 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Telford Central and Thornaby by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Telford Central to Thornaby is 3 hours and 58 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Telford Central to Thornaby?

No, there are no direct train services from Telford Central to Thornaby. Travelling from Telford Central to Thornaby by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Telford Central to Thornaby leave?

The first train from Telford Central to Thornaby leaves at 04:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Telford Central to Thornaby leave?

The last train from Telford Central to Thornaby leaves at 23:31. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Telford Central and Thornaby by train?

Trains travelling from Telford Central to Thornaby cover a distance of around 138 miles (222 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Thornaby to Telford Central.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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