The cheapest and fastest trains from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Garforth station (GRF) for York station (YRK) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) trains for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:39 Garforth station (GRF) | 0h18 | 12:57 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK)
Trains from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:29, the last at 12:39. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 18m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 06:29 |
Last train 12:39 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Garforth station (GRF) and York station (YRK) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garforth station (GRF) to York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Garforth station (GRF) and York station (YRK)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus service run from this area. 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Within the station car park.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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