The average train between Whitby and Thirsk takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitby 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 4 hours between Whitby and Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitby is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Whitby to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Whitby station and arriving at Thirsk station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Whitby to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitby station.
Whitby to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Thirsk station.
Book your Whitby to Thirsk train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Whitby and Thirsk is 55 km. The road distance is 100 km.
You can take a train from Whitby to Thirsk via Middlesbrough in around 2h 51m.