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Compare coach and train for Sunderland to Thirsk
The cheapest option from Sunderland to Thirsk is coach, with an average price of £26. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Thirsk among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 75 km
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£26 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest option |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Grand Central Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grand Central Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Sunderland to Thirsk.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Sunderland to Thirsk.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Sunderland to Thirsk.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Thirsk
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Sunderland to Thirsk, including 1 direct trains, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Lowest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:41 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Transpennine Express from Sunderland to Thirsk trainsGrand Central Trains, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Sunderland and Thirsk from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sunderland to Thirsk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sunderland and Thirsk
Most Sunderland to Thirsk trains use the Sunderland to Thirsk station pair. Use this guide to compare Sunderland and Thirsk train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sunderland station do trains to Thirsk leave from?
Getting to Sunderland from Sunderland city centre
Sunderland train station facilities and services
Sunderland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sunderland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sunderland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Thirsk station do trains from Sunderland arrive at?
Getting to Thirsk from Thirsk city centre
Thirsk is 1 km from Thirsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Thirsk train station facilities and services
Thirsk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thirsk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thirsk.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thirsk: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thirsk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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