The average train between Cardiff and Thirsk takes 5h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Thirsk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Thirsk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Thirsk station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.
Cardiff to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Thirsk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at York station.
Book your Cardiff to Thirsk train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between Cardiff and Thirsk is 330 km. The road distance is 412 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Thirsk via Birmingham New Street and York in around 5h 5m.