The average train between Stafford and Thirsk takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Stafford 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 Stafford and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Thirsk station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Stafford to Thirsk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Thirsk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Stafford to Thirsk train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Stafford and Thirsk is 166.8 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Thirsk via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 37m.