The average train between Windermere and York takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Windermere 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 Windermere and York. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 10:47 PM which arrives into York at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to York. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at York station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Windermere to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Windermere to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Windermere and York is 127.6 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to York via Oxenholme Lake District and Preston in around 4h 7m.