It takes an average of 9h 13m to travel from Gatwick Airport to York by train, over a distance of around 197 miles (318 km). There are normally 3 trains per day traveling from Gatwick Airport to York and tickets for this journey start from $54.74 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:21 | |
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Last train | 21:36 | |
Departure station | Gatwick Airport | |
Arrival station | York | |
Journey time | From 3h 20m | |
Distance | 197 miles (318 km) | |
Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From $54.74 | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
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You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Gatwick Airport and York, which usually take 9 hours 13 minutes to complete the 318 km journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to York from Gatwick Airport, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Gatwick Airport to York if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $54.74. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
The average journey time by train between Gatwick Airport and York is 9 hours and 13 minutes, with around 3 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Gatwick Airport to York is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
Train tickets from Gatwick Airport to York can start from as little as $54.74 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
No, there are no direct train services from Gatwick Airport to York. Travelling from Gatwick Airport to York by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Gatwick Airport to York leaves at 03:21. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Gatwick Airport to York leaves at 21:36. 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.
Trains travelling from Gatwick Airport to York cover a distance of around 197 miles (318 km) during the journey.
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