The average train between Preston and Thirsk takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Thirsk station via Hebden Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Preston to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Preston to Thirsk train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Preston and Thirsk is 103.2 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Thirsk via Hebden Bridge in around 3h 10m.