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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thirsk is to bus which costs £14 - £26 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Thirsk is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Thirsk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Thirsk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Manchester to Thirsk?

The distance between Manchester and Thirsk is 98 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £30 - £60.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Thirsk takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thirsk bus from?

Manchester to Thirsk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thirsk train from?

Manchester to Thirsk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thirsk is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £26 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Manchester to Thirsk bus arrive?

Manchester to Thirsk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Thirsk train arrive?

Manchester to Thirsk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Thirsk station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Thirsk is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Manchester to Thirsk.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 681+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Manchester to Thirsk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Thirsk by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Thirsktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
1h 57m
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
3h 57m
£14–26
Drive 79 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Thirskcar 79 mi
1h 36m
£20–28

Manchester to Thirsk by train

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Distance: 97.4 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Thirsk hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 3h 57m.

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