The average train between Macclesfield and Thirsk takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Macclesfield is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield station and arriving at Thirsk station via Thirsk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Macclesfield to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Macclesfield to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Macclesfield to Thirsk train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Macclesfield and Thirsk is 119.8 km. The road distance is 175 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thirsk hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 57m.