The average train between London and York takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from London 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 20 minutes between London and York. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London is at 9:33 PM which arrives into York at 11:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from London 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.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from London station and arriving at York station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.
London to York train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.
London to York train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.
Book your London to York train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Grand Central Trains.
The distance between London and York is 279.9 km. The road distance is 302 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours.
