The average train between Hamilton and Thirsk takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Hamilton 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 every 4 hours between Hamilton and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 8:09 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Thirsk station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Hamilton to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Hamilton to Thirsk train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Hamilton and Thirsk is 241.9 km. The road distance is 419 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Thirsk via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 3h 55m.