The average train between Chester and Thirsk takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 hourly between Chester and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Thirsk station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Chester to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Chester to Thirsk train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chester and Thirsk is 154.4 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Thirsk via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 13m.