How much does a cheap train ticket from London to York cost?

The average train ticket price from London to York is £87. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to York?

A train trip between London and York is around 1h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 174 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between London and York?

The number of trains from London to York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to York?

When taking the train from London to York, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central.

Train London to York from £20

Next train departures

Next departures from London to York on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:48	King's Cross	1h 46m	10:34	York	Cheapest
Train	09:55	King's Cross	1h 45m	11:40	York	Fastest
Train	08:48	King's Cross	1h 46m	10:34	York	No tags
Train	09:55	King's Cross	1h 45m	11:40	York	No tags
Train	09:00	King's Cross	1h 47m	10:47	York	No tags

Next departures from London to York on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	Cheapest
Train	08:00	King's Cross	1h 50m	09:50	York	Fastest
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	No tags
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags

Next departures from London to York on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	Cheapest
Train	08:00	King's Cross	1h 50m	09:50	York	Fastest
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	No tags
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags

Next departures from London to York on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	Cheapest
Train	08:00	King's Cross	1h 50m	09:50	York	Fastest
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	No tags
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags

Next departures from London to York on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	Cheapest
Train	08:00	King's Cross	1h 50m	09:50	York	Fastest
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	No tags
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags

Next departures from London to York on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:06	King's Cross	2h 22m	17:28	York	Cheapest
Train	08:00	King's Cross	1h 50m	09:50	York	Fastest
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags
Train	08:26	King's Cross	1h 56m	10:22	York	No tags
Train	07:00	King's Cross	1h 52m	08:52	York	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:43 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to York

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

174 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£10 - £47	Average duration6h 1m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£27 - £303	Average duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £35	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

Grand Central

5/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4

WiFi4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to York by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to York cost?
The average train ticket price from London to York is £87. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from London to York?
A train trip between London and York is around 1h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 174 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between London and York?
The number of trains from London to York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to York?
When taking the train from London to York, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£66

14/11

£67

Today

£20

16/11

£63

17/11

£35

18/11

£66

19/11

£66

20/11

£70

The cheapest trip from London to York was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to York as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £20 to £282 for a train ticket from London to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually London North Eastern Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.