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It takes an average of 2h 14m to travel from York to London by train, over a distance of around 174 miles (280 km). There are normally 156 trains per day travelling from York to London and tickets for this journey start from £18 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from York to London
Looking to travel from York to London by train? You've come to the right place.
The train from York to London usually takes around 2h 13m but can take just 1h 47m on the fastest services, with around 86 trains running on this popular route every day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Trains to London from York are operated by London North Eastern Railway (LNER), East Midlands Railway (EMR) and Grand Central Railway. Whatever service you decide to travel with, you’ll get to enjoy plenty of amenities on board, including free WiFi, onboard catering, and power sockets at tables.
Train tickets from York to London
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares from York to London, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends compared to travelling at Peak times. You can also buy a Railcard to get 1/3 off eligible train journeys if you’re travelling a few times during the year.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from York to London with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from York to London?
Want to know more about your journey from York to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from York to London?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
LNER launches new timetable
From 14 December, LNER will be rolling out the biggest timetable change on the East Coast Main Line in a decade. The new timetable means faster journeys, more frequent trains and improved weekend services across the board.
Highlights include:
- Faster London – Edinburgh journeys (averaging 4h 10m)
- An extra service between London – Newcastle, every hour during the day
- More frequent trains every hour between London – York
- Additional weekend services across many routes
- Resulting in an extra 10,000 services a year!
Alongside these, stations such as Peterborough, Grantham, Doncaster and Wakefield will continue to see regular services, while new services bring even more choice across the network.
The new timetable is available now – plan your next journey from London to Leeds or London to Edinburgh and be ready for faster, more frequent trains.