The average train between Rugby and Thirsk takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Thirsk station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Rugby to Thirsk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Thirsk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Rugby to Thirsk train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rugby and Thirsk is 207.1 km. The road distance is 308 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Thirsk via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 59m.