The average train between Colne and Thirsk takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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 Colne and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Burnley Central and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Colne 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 Colne to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Colne station and arriving at Thirsk station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Colne to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.
Colne to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Colne to Thirsk train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Colne and Thirsk is 68.2 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Colne to Thirsk via Burnley Central, Burnley Manchester Road, and Leeds in around 3h 32m.