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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Thirsk is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Thirsk is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Thirsk via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Thirsk?

The distance between Preston and Thirsk is 109 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Preston to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thirsk train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Thirsk train arrive?

Preston to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Preston to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Thirsk is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Preston to Thirsk.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 681+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Preston to Thirsk - 4 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thirsktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 2m
£40–71
Drive 74.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Thirskcar 74.6 mi
1h 36m
£19–27
Line 152 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the train from Todmorden to Thirsktrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
5h 2m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
4h 3m
£37–62

Preston to Thirsk by train

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Distance: 108.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Thirsk via Leeds in around 3h 2m.

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