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World of James Herriot
Museum in James Herriot's former home, exploring the vet's life, books and TV adaptations with recreated rooms and exhibits.
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Thirsk trains for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:37 Newcastle | 2h30 | 23:07 Thirsk | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Newcastle to Thirsk run on average 2 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Thirsk — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Thirsk trip today.
Museum in James Herriot's former home, exploring the vet's life, books and TV adaptations with recreated rooms and exhibits.
Gallery in Thirsk with regularly changing contemporary and traditional works, useful for visitors seeking local art in the centre.
Museum and art space in a late medieval house in nearby York, with changing exhibitions and displays from the charity's collection.
Traditional market square lined with historic buildings, independent shops and regular market activity. The natural starting point for exploring Thirsk.
Public garden beside the stream with floral displays, seating and a calm atmosphere close to the town centre.
Long-distance trail section near Thirsk offering easy waterside walking and views across the Vale of Mowbray.
Traditional Yorkshire pudding baked from batter and served with roast beef and gravy. A staple Sunday dinner across North Yorkshire.
Slow-cooked beef casserole with ale and root vegetables, common in Yorkshire pubs and valued for its warming, hearty flavour.
Wensleydale cheese, often crumbly and creamy, made in Yorkshire and commonly eaten locally with fruit cake or chutney.
Popular Turkish restaurant in Thirsk offering grilled meats, mezze and a friendly contemporary dining room.
Stylish restaurant and bar at The White Horse Lodge Hotel, known for modern British cooking in a smart but comfortable setting.
Well-known local pub with hearty meals, Sunday roasts and beers, set in a traditional coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for England. Rooms and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local transport and everyday costs remain fairly typical for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, such as leaving small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.

Most Newcastle to Thirsk trains use the Newcastle to Thirsk station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Thirsk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Thirsk is 1 km from Thirsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Thirsk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Thirsk.
Ticket office support is available at Thirsk.
Available at Thirsk: Parking, WC.
Available at Thirsk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thirsk: 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.
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