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National Science and Media Museum
Science and media museum with film, photography, and digital culture exhibitions, popular for hands-on and screen-based experiences.
Take a train from Thirsk to Apperley Bridge and enjoy the approximately 50 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 22:20.
Distance 50 km |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 22:20 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Science and media museum with film, photography, and digital culture exhibitions, popular for hands-on and screen-based experiences.
Museum in the abbey gatehouse with displays on monastic life and local history, ideal when visiting Kirkstall Abbey.
Bradford’s major art gallery and museum, known for varied collections, temporary exhibitions, and a central civic setting.
Historic planned village with stone streets, canal scenery, shops, and mill architecture. Good for a half-day stroll nearby.
Canal-side path with locks, bridges, and wildlife. A relaxing route for walking and cycling through the village and beyond.
Large urban park with gardens, broad paths, and events space, offering one of the area’s best open green settings.
A hearty Yorkshire stew of lamb or mutton with root vegetables. Long linked to West Yorkshire home cooking and pub menus.
Thin slices of roast beef served cold with salad or chips. A classic Yorkshire staple, especially in traditional pubs and tea rooms.
A baked batter pudding made with eggs, flour and milk, often served with roast beef and gravy. One of Yorkshire’s most famous traditional foods.
Neighbourhood Italian restaurant known for pizzas, pasta and friendly service. A reliable casual option for families and groups.
Canal-side pub and restaurant serving British classics, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed historic setting by Apperley Bridge Marina.
Popular local gastropub offering hearty British dishes, grills and ales in a smart but informal atmosphere near the canal.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are fairly typical, while accommodation nearby Leeds can raise overall trip costs versus smaller towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
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Apperley Bridge station -> Leeds station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thirsk to Apperley Bridge 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 Apperley Bridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Thirsk to Apperley Bridge trains use the Thirsk to Apperley Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Thirsk and Apperley Bridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Apperley Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Apperley Bridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Apperley Bridge: Parking.
Available at Apperley Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Apperley Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station To Manchester : Step free access from the car park up slight incline through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform. To Southport : Down a path (150 paces) from Appley Lane North to the right of the bridge and onto the platform. The path is level for the most part but slopes at 1:10 towards the platform. To change platforms requires 300 metre walk over footbridge.Scooter Friendly Station - ramped access To Manchester : Step free access from the car park up slight incline through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform. To Southport : Down a path (150 paces) from Appley Lane North to the right of the bridge and onto the platform. The path is level for the most part but slopes at 1:10 towards the platform. To change platforms requires 300 metre walk over footbridge, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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