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It takes an average of 3h 41m to travel from London Waterloo to York by train, over a distance of around 174 miles (281 km). There are normally 80 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to York and tickets for this journey start from £28.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:50 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 2h 23m | |
| Distance | 174 miles (281 km) | |
| Frequency | 80 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £28.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
What are the train times from London Waterloo to York?
Get from London Waterloo to York in as little as 2 hours 23 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from London Waterloo to York takes around 3 hours 41 minutes. There are around 80 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between London Waterloo and York, you'll need to make 1 change.
Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and TransPennine Express.
Tickets for this journey start from £28.60. Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to York?
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.