The average train between Birmingham and Thirsk takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Thirsk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 11:05 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Thirsk station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Birmingham to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.
Book your Birmingham to Thirsk train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Birmingham and Thirsk is 198.2 km. The road distance is 238 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to York hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 1h 52m.