What is the cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Thirsk and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Thirsk to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Rougier Street, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Outlet Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at Chester via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Thirsk to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Thirsk and Chester Zoo is 136 miles. The road distance is 114.9 miles.

How do I travel from Thirsk to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Chester Zoo bus from?

Thirsk to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Market Place station.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Chester Zoo train from?

Thirsk to Chester Zoo train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thirsk station.

Train or bus from Thirsk to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Thirsk to Chester Zoo is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Thirsk to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Thirsk to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Thirsk to Chester Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thirsk to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to Chester Zoo is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Thirsk to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2222+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Manchester Piccadillytrain Saltburn - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 53m
£51–88
Drive 114.3 mi
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1. Drive from Thirsk to Chester Zoocar 114.3 mi
2h 12m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Station Roadbus 30X / ...
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
7h 20m
£29–64

Thirsk to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Thirsk, England and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Thirsk to Chester Zoo via Manchester Piccadilly, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Chester Zoo via Station Road, Rougier Street, Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Outlet Village, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 7h 20m.

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