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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Thornaby (TBY)

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16

train journeys
per day

242

miles (390 kms)

5hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Thornaby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Thornaby is approximately 242 miles (390 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Thornaby.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:45
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:05
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 3 changes
    19:45
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    21:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:45
    10 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    06:24
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:21
    11 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Herne Bay
    Thornaby
    Herne Bay to Thornaby

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Herne Bay and Thornaby

The travel time between Herne Bay and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Thornaby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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

Amenities on trains between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay & Thornaby. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Thornaby.

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