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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Thirsk is to bus which costs £18 - £60 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Thirsk is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Market Place via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Thirsk via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Chester to Thirsk?

The distance between Chester and Thirsk is 138 miles. The road distance is 116.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Chester to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Thirsk bus from?

Chester to Thirsk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Thirsk train from?

Chester to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Chester to Thirsk is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £60 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Chester to Thirsk bus arrive?

Chester to Thirsk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Thirsk train arrive?

Chester to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chester to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Thirsk is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Chester to Thirsk.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain Chester - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Thirsktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£46–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
4. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
6h 45m
£18–56
Drive 115.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Thirskcar 115.6 mi
2h 14m
£28–41
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thirsktrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
3h 43m
£46–83

Chester to Thirsk by train

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Thirsk, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Thirsk via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Market Place via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 6h 45m.

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