York Station is located in the city of York, North Yorkshire, England. It provides around 86 trains per day to London Kings Cross. The station is served by London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Grand Central, and Northern Trains.
Among them, both London North Eastern Railway and Grand Central offer direct train services to London Kings Cross. Their duration and the number of stops are much the same with a few stops between an hour and 49 minutes to two hours and 20 minutes each. During this journey, you have the flexibility to disembark at Doncaster, Retford, Peterborough and Stevenage.
The average cost of train tickets from York to London Kings Cross is $107.73. To save further, consider booking in advance or purchasing a Railcard, which can save you up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
You'll arrive at London Kings Cross, located on the London Inner Ring Road, in the Camden area, on the edge of Central London. It is served by London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Hull Trains, Grand Central, and Great Northern, and is well-connected to various destinations including Newcastle, Edinburgh, King's Lynn, and Bradford. It also connects to the London Underground system, with the Metropolitan, Piccadilly, Northern, and Victoria lines.
First-class tickets
You can travel from York to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.
As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on provider, this ticket may include:
- Access to the York Station and London Kings Cross First Class lounges
- Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
- Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
- Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
- A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.
For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.
How long is the train journey from York to London?
The train journey from York to London takes around an hour and 49 minutes to two hours and 20 minutes, depending on factors such as the type of train service and the specific destination in Stansted.
How much is a train to London from York?
The cost of a train ticket from York to London varies depending on factors such as the time of booking, type of ticket (peak or Off-Peak), and train operator. Generally, prices start from around $13.79 for a single ticket when booked in advance, though they often average around $107.73.
Is it a two-hour train journey from York to London?
Yes, the train journey from York to London typically takes around 2 hours, but the fastest trains, operated by LNER, usually complete the trip in approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes. The exact travel time can vary depending on the specific service you choose.
What London stations are from York?
The main London station that serves this route is London Kings Cross, which is mainly operated by London North Eastern Railway (LNER).
How far is London from York by coach?
The distance between London and York by road is approximately 210 miles (around 340 kilometres). When travelling by coach, the journey typically takes between 4 hours and 30 minutes to 6 hours, depending on traffic conditions, the specific route taken, and the number of stops along the way.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.