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Preston Park Museum & Grounds
Local history museum in Preston Park with recreated Victorian street scenes, transport displays, and family-friendly exhibits near Yarm.
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garforth to Yarm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garforth to Yarm will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Garforth for Yarm every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


The table below shows live departures for Garforth to Yarm trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:44 Garforth | 1h36 | 7:20 Yarm | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Garforth to Yarm run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 55m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 6:33 |
Last train 20:23 |
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Local history museum in Preston Park with recreated Victorian street scenes, transport displays, and family-friendly exhibits near Yarm.
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Panackelty is a North-East potato and onion casserole, traditionally baked with corned beef or other meat. It is a hearty home-style dish linked to the region.
Pease pudding is a split pea savoury paste, often served with ham or in sandwiches. It is a long-standing North-East staple with simple local roots.
Stylish Indian restaurant in Yarm known for modern curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in an elegant riverside setting.
Popular Italian venue for pasta, pizza and classic mains, with a relaxed neighbourhood feel suited to casual lunches and dinners.
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Moderate for England: dining and stays are usually lower than in London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Public transport is limited, so taxis or car travel can add to visitor costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garforth to Yarm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Yarm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Garforth to Yarm trains use the Garforth to Yarm station pair. Use this guide to compare Garforth and Yarm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Garforth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Garforth.
Ticket office support is available at Garforth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garforth: Parking.
Available at Garforth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garforth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramp available for Leeds bound platform. Access to Platform 1 via footbridge or stepped access from road. Therefore York bound platform is unsuitable for wheelchair users, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
East Garforth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at East Garforth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at East Garforth: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at East Garforth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, There is ramped access onto both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Yarm is 1 km from Yarm city centre. Public transport options include:
Yarm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Yarm.
Available at Yarm: Parking.
Available at Yarm: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yarm: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Ramped access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is unstaffed. This station is Category A. Assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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