The average train between Thirsk and Leicester takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Thirsk to Leicester. 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 Thirsk and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Thirsk is at 7:56 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Thirsk station and arriving at Leicester station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Thirsk to Leicester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
Thirsk to Leicester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Thirsk to Leicester train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Thirsk and Leicester is 177.8 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Thirsk to Leicester via York and Sheffield in around 2h 57m.