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Why should you book Halifax to Thirsk trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express operates all trains services from Halifax to Thirsk.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Thirsk
Take a train from Halifax to Thirsk and enjoy the approximately 66 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:05.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 22:05 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Halifax to Thirsk trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Halifax and Thirsk. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£46
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Halifax to Thirsk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax to Thirsk by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thirsk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The train distance from Halifax to Thirsk is 66 km.
The first train from Halifax to Thirsk leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Halifax to Thirsk departs at 22:05.
Trains from Halifax to Thirsk run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Halifax to Thirsk.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Halifax to Thirsk.
To travel from Halifax to Thirsk, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Halifax to Thirsk.
The train station in Halifax that goes to Thirsk is Halifax station (HFX), and it arrives at Thirsk station (THI).
Booking trains from Halifax to Thirsk in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Halifax to Thirsk offers pleasant views of the Yorkshire countryside, with rolling hills and picturesque villages along the way, making it a scenic experience for travellers.
For a pleasant visit to Thirsk, two to three days are generally sufficient to explore the local attractions, including the World of James Herriot, Thirsk Museum, and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Halifax to Thirsk.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Halifax and Thirsk
Halifax
Thirsk
The major train station for departures in Halifax is Halifax. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Halifax for your trip from Halifax to Thirsk.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Halifax
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in Thirsk is Thirsk. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thirsk for your journey to Thirsk from Halifax.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:45 Saturday 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is available throughout the station, however customers should note that access to all platforms is via a barrow crossing which is reliant upon staff assistance, and cannot be accessed outside of staffed hours. Customers requiring level access should enter the station through the long-stay car park. An intercom is available next to the barrow crossing gates to contact the station staff to inform them of your arrival. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:00 - 17:15 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to the platforms when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149(18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilet facilities at this station are under repair. The temporary toilet facilities are located in the Station Car Park, at the bottom of the overbridge steps. The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilet facilities at this station are under repair. The temporary toilet facilities are located in the Station Car Park, at the bottom of the overbridge steps. The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 2 Tier racks located in the main station car park, under the footbridge.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Thirsk
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Depart from station car park.
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