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 bus between Hamilton and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station and County Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

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 55m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Thirsk?

The distance between Hamilton and Thirsk is 262 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 55m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Hamilton to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Thirsk bus from?

Hamilton to Thirsk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Thirsk train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Thirsk is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Hamilton to Thirsk bus arrive?

Hamilton to Thirsk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

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

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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 55m
£87–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
8h 54m
£43–109
Drive 177.7 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Thirskcar 177.7 mi
3h 2m
£44–64
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Thirsktrain
5h 54m
£65–145

Hamilton to Thirsk by train

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Distance: 260.7 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Thirsk via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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