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Trains from East Kilbride (EKL) to Thornaby (TBY)

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23

train journeys
per day

141

miles (227 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

06:50 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from East Kilbride (EKL) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between East Kilbride and Thornaby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Kilbride to Thornaby is approximately 141 miles (227 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 2 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between East Kilbride and Thornaby.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Kilbride to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from East Kilbride to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:50
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:57
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    17:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:57
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:57
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:28
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:45
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:55
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    21:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:55
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:25
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    22:56
    East Kilbride
    Thornaby
    East Kilbride to Thornaby

About East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
Address East Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between East Kilbride and Thornaby

The travel time between East Kilbride and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Kilbride and Thornaby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

First class tickets on trains between East Kilbride and Thornaby typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between East Kilbride and Thornaby can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between East Kilbride & Thornaby. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between East Kilbride and Thornaby.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between East Kilbride and Thornaby, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.