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The average train between Thirsk and Edinburgh takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Thirsk to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 19m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£84
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m
£56–121

Thirsk to Edinburgh train times

Trains run hourly between Thirsk and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thirsk is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Northallerton and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country2h 58m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 13m • 2 changes

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    Grand Central TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 1m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 31m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 9m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 1m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 31m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 1m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressCross Country3h 19m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 31m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country3h 9m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Thirsk to Edinburgh? 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.

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  • Distance: 180.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Thirsk, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Cross Country also services this route hourly.

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