The average train between Lanark and York takes 5h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Lanark 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 3 hours between Lanark and York. The earliest departure is at 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 11:51 PM which arrives into York at 9:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Motherwell and take an average of 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lanark to York? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lanark to York. However, there are services departing from Lanark station and arriving at York station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.
Lanark to York train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.
Lanark to York train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Lanark to York train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Lanark and York is 257.3 km. The road distance is 409 km.
You can take a train from Lanark to York via Motherwell and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 37m.