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Trip Overview

The average train between York and Lanark takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from York to Lanark. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 17m
Duration
236 mi
Distance
£120
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from York to Carstairstrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Glasgow Central
3h 55m
£100–150

York to Lanark train times

Trains run every 3 hours between York and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Lanark at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Carstairs and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 44m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 26m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 59m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 44m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 26m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 59m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 44m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 26m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 59m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 44m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 26m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 59m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 42m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 25m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail3h 59m • 2 changes

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRailScotRail4h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryScotRail4h 34m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross CountryScotRail10h 32m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from York to Lanark? 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.

Map of how to get from York to Lanark.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 235.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between York, England and Lanark, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from York to Carstairs 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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