What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Market Place via Black Boy PH, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Thirsk via King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

The distance between Watford Junction and Thirsk is 229 miles. The road distance is 208.1 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Thirsk without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £60 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Thirsk bus from?

Watford Junction to Thirsk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Thirsk train from?

Watford Junction to Thirsk train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Thirsk bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Thirsk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Thirsk train arrive?

Watford Junction to Thirsk train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Thirsk is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Watford Junction to Thirsk.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Thirsk?

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

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There are 6 ways to get from Watford Junction to Thirsk by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 15m
£61–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Yorkbus Ukn14
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
8h 45m
£29–51
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
8h 29m
£37–59
Drive 206.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Thirskcar 206.9 mi
3h 24m
£51–73
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Thirsktrain
5h 38m
£92–308
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
5h 14m
£68–277

Watford Junction to Thirsk by train and foot

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Distance: 227.7 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Thirsk, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–90 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Market Place via Black Boy PH, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 8h 29m.

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