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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Thirsk is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Thirsk is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Market Place via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Thirsk via Waterloo station, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Southampton to Thirsk?

The distance between Southampton and Thirsk is 294 miles. The road distance is 263.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Southampton to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Thirsk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Thirsk train from?

Southampton to Thirsk train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Southampton to Thirsk is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 52m, you could also fly, which costs £130 - £750 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Southampton to Thirsk bus arrive?

Southampton to Thirsk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to Thirsk train arrive?

Southampton to Thirsk train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Thirsk is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Southampton to Thirsk.

Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Thirsk.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 27m
£99–177
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Yorkbus
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
10h 32m
£37–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Rail Stationbus 801
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
9h 52m
£48–80
Drive 262 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Thirskcar 262 mi
4h 24m
£65–94
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
4h 51m
£114–241
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
6h 59m
£122–181
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Thirsktrain
7h 3m
£129–381
Fly Southampton Airport to Durham Tees Valley Airport
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)plane SOU - MME
8h 1m
£133–733
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
6h 52m
£93–188
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
6h 45m
£110–354

Southampton to Thirsk by bus

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Distance: 292.7 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Thirsk via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, York, and Thirsk in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Market Place via Heathrow Terminal 5, Rail Station, and Station Avenue in around 9h 52m.

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