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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Thirsk is to bus via York which costs £17 - £23 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Thirsk is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Thirsk via Sheffield and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Leicester to Thirsk?

The distance between Leicester and Thirsk is 140 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Leicester to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Thirsk bus from?

Leicester to Thirsk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Thirsk train from?

Leicester to Thirsk train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Leicester to Thirsk is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via York, which costs £17 - £23 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Leicester to Thirsk bus arrive?

Leicester to Thirsk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Leicester to Thirsk train arrive?

Leicester to Thirsk train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Thirsk is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Leicester to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Thirsk.

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

How to get fromLeicester to Thirsk

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
3h 8m
£64–103
Bus via York
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
6h 34m
£18–23
Drive 122.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Thirskcar 122.2 mi
2h 11m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 1bus 36
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Market Placebus 150
7h 31m

Leicester to Thirsk by bus

28Weekly Buses

6h 34mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Leicester to Thirsk.

Launch map view

Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Thirsk via Sheffield, York, and Thirsk in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Market Place via Leeds Cultural Stop C, Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 6h 34m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.