How to get from Thirsk to Helmsley by bus and train?

From Thirsk to Helmsley by bus and train

To get from Thirsk to Helmsley in Yorkshire, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GRAND CENTRAL train from Thirsk station to York station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 840 bus and finally take the 28 bus from Eastgate Square station to Linkfoot Close station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Thirsk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Helmsley on the Moovit app.

270min
Train - GRAND CENTRAL
Bus - 840840
Bus - 2828
Walk to Helmsley
Leaves from Thirsk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Thirsk
  • 2
    Train - GRAND CENTRAL
    Wait for train
    GRAND CENTRAL
    London Kings Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID 32900144
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 840840
    Wait for bus
    840
    Whitby Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eastgate Square
    ID 32001096
    84 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eastgate Square
    ID 32001095
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Helmsley
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Linkfoot Close
    ID 32001143
    46 min
  • 10
    Walk to Helmsley
    Walk to
    Helmsley
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Thirsk to Helmsley by bus and train via TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 28

To get from Thirsk to Helmsley in Yorkshire, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Thirsk station to York station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 28 bus from Rowan Fields station to Linkfoot Close station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Thirsk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Helmsley on the Moovit app.

264min
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 2828
Walk to Helmsley
Leaves from Thirsk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Thirsk
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Seamer
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rowan Fields
    ID 32001053
    540 m • 7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Helmsley
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Linkfoot Close
    ID 32001143
    90 min
  • 9
    Walk to Helmsley
    Walk to
    Helmsley
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thirsk to Helmsley

The distance between Thirsk, Yorkshire and Helmsley, Yorkshire is approximately 104.56 km, which can typically be travelled in 270 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thirsk to Helmsley by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Yorkshire – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Thirsk to Helmsley

To check the bus and train schedule from Thirsk to Helmsley using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Thirsk) and destination (Helmsley), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Thirsk to Helmsley by bus and train via TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 28

To get from Thirsk to Helmsley in Yorkshire, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Thirsk station to York station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 28 bus from Rowan Fields station to Linkfoot Close station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Thirsk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Helmsley on the Moovit app.

264min
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 2828
Walk to Helmsley
Leaves from Thirsk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Thirsk
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Seamer
    41 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rowan Fields
    ID 32001053
    540 m • 7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Helmsley
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Linkfoot Close
    ID 32001143
    90 min
  • 9
    Walk to Helmsley
    Walk to
    Helmsley
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thirsk to Helmsley?

    The fastest way takes 270 minutes, using Train line GRAND CENTRAL, Bus line 840, Bus line 28.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Thirsk to Helmsley?

    The alternative route takes 264 minutes, using Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Helmsley?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Thirsk to Helmsley?

    The GRAND CENTRAL train line goes from London Kings Cross station near Thirsk in Thirsk to York station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till York station near Helmsley in Yorkshire.

  • How long does it take to travel from Thirsk to Helmsley by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Thirsk in Thirsk and Helmsley in Yorkshire by train and bus is about 4 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Thirsk to get to Helmsley?

    Get on the GRAND CENTRAL train from the London Kings Cross station near Thirsk in Thirsk.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Thirsk and Helmsley?

    Get off the train at the York stop, which is closest to Helmsley in Yorkshire.

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