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Long Preston to Thirsk train prices and times
Planning a journey from Long Preston to Thirsk? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £41.60, with average prices for this route around £43.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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13:39 Long Preston | 15:55 Thirsk | 2h 16m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:40 Long Preston | 17:56 Thirsk | 2h 16m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:36 Long Preston | 18:56 Thirsk | 2h 20m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:39 Long Preston | 20:56 Thirsk | 2h 17m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:08 Long Preston | 22:58 Thirsk | 2h 50m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:23 Long Preston | 23:49 Paris | 2h 26m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Long Preston to Thirsk train route details

First train
07:42

Last train
22:05

Journey time
2h 14m

Distance
40 miles

Price
£41.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from Long Preston to Thirsk

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Long Preston to Thirsk can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Long Preston to Thirsk, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Long Preston to Thirsk ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Long Preston to Thirsk train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.