The average train between Perth and Thirsk takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Perth 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 Perth and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Thirsk station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.
Perth to Thirsk train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Thirsk train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at York station.
Book your Perth to Thirsk train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country and 4 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Thirsk is 274.4 km. The road distance is 451 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Thirsk via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 4h 44m.