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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Thirsk is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Thirsk is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Thirsk via Edinburgh Waverley and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Thirsk?

The distance between Hamilton and Thirsk is 264 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Hamilton to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Thirsk train from?

Hamilton to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Where does the Hamilton to Thirsk train arrive?

Hamilton to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Thirsk is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Hamilton to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1033+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Hamilton to Thirsk - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and Steam train

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There are 4 ways to get from Hamilton to Thirsk by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 58m
£91–189
Drive 177.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hamilton to Thirskcar 177.7 mi
3h 2m
£45–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Yorktrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
5h 20m
£109–158
Train, Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
8h 22m

Hamilton to Thirsk by train and bus

18Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

£109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Thirsk via Edinburgh Waverley, York, and Thirsk in around 3h 58m.

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