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National Railway Museum
A major railway museum with historic locomotives, royal carriages and engineering exhibits. An easy choice for families and transport fans.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Keighley to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Keighley to York will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Keighley for York every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Keighley to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 55 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Keighley to York trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:59 Keighley | 1h08 | 6:07 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:07 Keighley | 0h59 | 7:06 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Keighley to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 59m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 2:32 |
Last train 23:03 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Keighley to York 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Keighley to York trains use the Keighley to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Keighley and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Keighley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old White Lion Hotel Restaurant, Busfeild Arms
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Keighley. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Keighley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keighley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keighley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keighley: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Keighley, Dalesgate Hotel, Premier Inn Keighley.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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.
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