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

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Edinburgh is to train and bus which costs £25 - £90 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Northallerton and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Thirsk to Edinburgh?

The distance between Thirsk and Edinburgh is 182 miles. The road distance is 160 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thirsk to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Thirsk to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Edinburgh train from?

Thirsk to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Thirsk to Edinburgh train arrive?

Thirsk to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Thirsk to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to Edinburgh is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Thirsk to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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There are 5 ways to get from Thirsk to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m
£61–134
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand Z to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598
5h 33m
£25–87
Drive 159.1 mi
1. Drive from Thirsk to Edinburghcar 159.1 mi
3h 25m
£39–56
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LBA - EDI
6h 7m
£77–189
Train to Newcastle, fly
1. Take the train from Northallerton to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NCL - EDI
6h 34m
£61–199

Thirsk to Edinburgh by train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Thirsk, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Cross Country also services this route hourly.

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