Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Thirsk travel guide

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You're Going to Love Thirsk

With a population of 9,302, Thirsk is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Thirsk to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Thirsk

If you’re looking for affordable options, Crab & Lobster (Dishforth Road Asenby) and The Carpenters Arms (The Carpenters Arms Felixkirk) are great picks.

When to visit Thirsk

Thirsk in November
Estimated hotel price
$67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Thirsk in November
Estimated hotel price
$67
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Thirsk in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 68 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Thirsk, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Thirsk

Plane

Although Thirsk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 28 miles from Thirsk. The shortest flight to Thirsk from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 55m.

Train

The train station in Thirsk is called Thirsk, and is located 1.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Thirsk is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 195 miles from Thirsk. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Thirsk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 28 miles from Thirsk. The shortest flight to Thirsk from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 55m.

Train

The train station in Thirsk is called Thirsk, and is located 1.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Thirsk is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 195 miles from Thirsk. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Thirsk

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Thirsk

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Thirsk

Average rates range from around $129 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $137 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Thirsk

Most booked hotels in Thirsk

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Black Horse Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9, 218 reviews)
$105+
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The Carpenters Arms
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 755 reviews)
$137+
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The Northallerton Inn - The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 650 reviews)
$143+
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The Bay Horse Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1484 reviews)
$86+
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The Golden Fleece Hotel, Thirsk, North Yorkshire
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1785 reviews)
$153+
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The Golden Lion Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1748 reviews)
$105+
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Renting a car in Thirsk

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Thirsk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Thirsk is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Thirsk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Thirsk is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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