The average train between Thirsk and Reading takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is an hourly train service from Thirsk to Reading. 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 Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Thirsk is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Reading at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Thirsk to Reading? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Reading. However, there are services departing from Thirsk station and arriving at Reading station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Thirsk to Reading train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from York station.
Thirsk to Reading train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Thirsk to Reading train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Thirsk and Reading is 309.7 km. The road distance is 399 km.
You can take a train from Thirsk to Reading via York, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 16m.