Looe to York by train
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:02 | |
| Departure station | Looe | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 7h 11m | |
| Distance | 287 miles (461 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Looe to York by train
Looking to travel from Looe to York by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 15 minutes to travel from Looe to York by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 14 trains per day running along the 287 miles (461 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to York, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express to get to York. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Looe to York in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Looe to York
Book in advance
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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 Looe 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.
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