The average train between York and Ludlow takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from York to Ludlow. 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 York and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 2:49 AM at night, and the last departure from York is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from York to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Ludlow station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
York to Ludlow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
York to Ludlow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your York to Ludlow train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between York and Ludlow is 207.7 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from York to Ludlow via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 14m.