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Great Malvern to York by train

It takes an average of 5h 19m to travel from Great Malvern to York by train, over a distance of around 138 miles (221 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Great Malvern to York and tickets for this journey start from £48.30 when you book in advance.

First train

04:43

Last train

22:27

Departure station

Great Malvern

Arrival station

York

Journey time

From 3h 3m

Distance

138 miles (221 km)

Frequency

21 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £48.30

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

Taking the train from Great Malvern to York in 3 hours 3 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Great Malvern to York? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 19 minutes to travel the 138 miles (221 km) from Great Malvern to York by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to York. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Great Malvern to York in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £48.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to York by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Great Malvern to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Great Malvern to York take?

The average journey time by train between Great Malvern and York is 5 hours and 19 minutes, with around 21 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Great Malvern and York by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Great Malvern to York is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

How much does the train from Great Malvern to York cost?

Train ticket prices from Great Malvern to York can start from as little as £48.30 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Great Malvern to York?

No, there are no direct train services from Great Malvern to York. Travelling from Great Malvern to York by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Great Malvern to York leave?

The first train from Great Malvern to York leaves at 04:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Great Malvern to York leave?

The last train from Great Malvern to York leaves at 22:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Great Malvern and York by train?

Trains travelling from Great Malvern to York cover a distance of around 138 miles (221 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from York to Great Malvern.

Cheap train tickets from Great Malvern to York

Train tickets from Great Malvern to York start at £48.30 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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