The average train between Kirkstall and York takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Kirkstall 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 every 30 minutes between Kirkstall and York. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkstall is at 11:47 PM which arrives into York at 1:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Kirkstall to York. However, there are services departing from Kirkstall station and arriving at York station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.
Kirkstall to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Headingley station.
Kirkstall to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Kirkstall to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Cross Country.
The distance between Kirkstall and York is 37.5 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Headingley to York via Leeds in around 39 min.