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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Thirsk and Burntisland. The average train journey from Thirsk to Burntisland takes 4 hours and 51 minutes, but some TransPennine Express + Connections train trips are as short as 3 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 147 mi (236 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 54m |
| Lowest price | $59.59 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Thirsk to Burntisland?
2 train services operate from Thirsk to Burntisland. TransPennine Express + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Central + Connections | 2 | 7h 10m | $172.20 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 5 | 3h 56m | $130.20 |
Grand Central + Connections train tickets from Thirsk to Burntisland start from $172, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Grand Central + Connections schedules to Burntisland. Grand Central + Connections in Thirsk leaves from Thirsk Train Station . And in Burntisland trains arrive at Forth Place .
From Thirsk to Burntisland train travel on Grand Central + Connections takes 7 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Burntisland faster, Grand Central + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 54 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Grand Central + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Burntisland.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Thirsk to Burntisland start from $60, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Burntisland. TransPennine Express + Connections in Thirsk leaves from Thirsk Train Station . And in Burntisland trains arrive at Forth Place .
From Thirsk to Burntisland train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Burntisland faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 54 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express + Connections offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Burntisland.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Thirsk and Burntisland is approximately 147 miles, or 236 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 51 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Thirsk to Burntisland on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Thirsk at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Thirsk?
Main departure station: Thirsk Train Station
There is one train station in Thirsk.
All train stations in Thirsk:
Thirsk Train Station
Where is the train station in Burntisland?
Main arrival station: Burntisland Station
Burntisland has one train station.
Train stations in Burntisland:
Burntisland Station
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