The average train between Ambergate and York takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is a train service every few hours from Ambergate to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ambergate and York. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ambergate is at 11:38 PM which arrives into York at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ambergate to York. However, there are services departing from Ambergate station and arriving at York station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Ambergate to York train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Ambergate to York train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at York station.
Book your Ambergate to York train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Ambergate and York is 103.1 km. The road distance is 156 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Derby to York hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 19m.