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Outbound fromBirmingham New Street to York by train
It takes an average of 2h 25m to travel from Birmingham New Street to York by train, over a distance of around 108 miles (173 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Birmingham New Street to York and tickets for this journey start from £13.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:39 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 1h 47m | |
| Distance | 108 miles (173 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13.40 | |
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How to travel from Birmingham New Street to York by train
Thinking about taking the train from Birmingham New Street to York? We’ve got you covered.
You can expect the journey from Birmingham New Street to York by train to take around 2h 32m. You’ll usually find around 35 trains running on this route per day, which spans 108 miles (173 km). As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. You can travel on this route with CrossCountry. You'll reach your destination in just 1h 46m on the fastest services. Sit back, relax and enjoy CrossCountry’s onboard services, including free WiFi and a catering service.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, take the train during Off-Peak times. You can also get a Railcard if you’re travelling by train more than a few times a year – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from Birmingham New Street to York 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to York
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birmingham New Street to York is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.