The average train between Holyhead and Thirsk takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Thirsk station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Holyhead to Thirsk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Thirsk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Holyhead to Thirsk train tickets online with Transport for Wales and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Holyhead and Thirsk is 239.3 km. The road distance is 346 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Thirsk via Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 29m.