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Manchester to York by train
It takes an average of 1h 52m to travel from Manchester to York by train, over a distance of around 57 miles (92 km). There are normally 254 trains per day traveling from Manchester to York and tickets for this journey start from $16.14 when you book in advance.
| First train | 2:42 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:59 am | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 1h 11m | |
| Distance | 57 miles (92 km) | |
| Frequency | 254 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $16.14 | |
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Take the train from Manchester to York in 1 hour 11 minutes
If you want to travel from Manchester to York by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Manchester to York by train to take around 1 hour 52 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 254 trains per day running on this route, which spans 92 km. There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to York.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Manchester to York start from $16.14 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester to York?
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Planning a trip to the UK soon? 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
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3. Book split tickets
4. Travel Off-Peak
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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