What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thirsk?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thirsk is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Thirsk?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Thirsk is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Thirsk via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Thirsk?

The distance between Cardiff and Thirsk is 359 miles. The road distance is 249.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Thirsk without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thirsk without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 44m and costs £120 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Thirsk?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Cardiff to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Thirsk train from?

Cardiff to Thirsk train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Thirsk train arrive?

Cardiff to Thirsk train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Thirsk is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Thirsk.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Thirsk?

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Cardiff to Thirsk - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 44m
£122–234
Drive 248 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Thirskcar 248 mi
4h 21m
£62–89
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
6h
£64–153
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 2m
£128–188
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thirsktrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h
£97–171

Cardiff to Thirsk by train and subway

189Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 356.8 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Thirsk, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Thirsk via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 44m.

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