The average train between Cheltenham and Thirsk takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Thirsk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Thirsk station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Cheltenham to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.
Book your Cheltenham to Thirsk train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Cheltenham and Thirsk is 264 km. The road distance is 311 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Thirsk via Birmingham New Street and York in around 3h 42m.