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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 on 05 Oct
£53
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£67
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
2 h 56 m
Trains on 05 Oct
21
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to York will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to York you need to make at least 2 changes.
P66825+
C21810+
G80176
G00969+
G80179
G00964+
G80176
P66836+
C21809+
G80179
P66846+
C21803+
G80183
G00969+
G08112+
G00706
G00964 · G00698+
Y14834
G00960 · G00739+
G08095
G00973 · G00710+
G08117
G00959+
C02036 · G08088Trains from London Stansted Airport to York run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 09:25. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 7:09 |
Last train 9:25 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to York trains for tomorrow, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00959+ G80173 | 8:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h22 | 11:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G00959+ G08088 · C02036 | 8:28 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h59 | 11:27 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00960+ G80224 | 9:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h38 | 13:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G00960 · G00739+ G08095 | 9:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h55 | 12:20 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
P01160 · P01500+ G80224 | 9:50 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 13:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00964+ G80176 | 10:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h27 | 13:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G00964 · G00698+ Y14834 | 10:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h55 | 13:20 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
P66825+ C21810+ G80176 | 10:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 13:52 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00966+ G80234 | 11:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h38 | 15:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P66831+ C21593+ G80234 | 11:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h17 | 15:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00969+ G08112+ G00706 | 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h55 | 15:20 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00969+ G80179 | 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 15:51 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P66836+ C21809+ G80179 | 12:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 15:51 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00973+ G80247 | 13:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h38 | 17:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G00973+ G08117+ G00710 | 13:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h55 | 16:20 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
C21595+ G80247+ P66841 | 13:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h17 | 17:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00974+ G08124 · C01984 | 14:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h02 | 17:27 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00974+ G80183 | 14:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h27 | 17:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P66846+ C21803+ G80183 | 14:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 17:52 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
G00977+ G80147 | 15:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 18:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P01164+ C04474+ G80259 | 15:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h17 | 19:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
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A major railway museum with historic locomotives, royal carriages and engineering exhibits. An easy choice for families and transport fans.
An immersive museum street with recreated shops, period rooms and social history exhibits that bring everyday York life to life.
A broad city museum in riverside gardens, covering archaeology, Roman York, medieval objects and changing local life.
A narrow medieval street with overhanging timber buildings, independent shops and one of York’s most recognisable scenes.
Peaceful public gardens beside museum buildings and abbey ruins, ideal for a central stroll, picnics and riverside breaks.
A handsome Georgian street leading to the Minster, known for boutiques, facades and a classic approach through the old city.
A famous York sweet: dark chocolate-coated peppermint fondant, made in the city since the 20th century and strongly associated with York’s confectionery heritage.
Traditional Yorkshire tea loaf made with dried fruit and tea, often served sliced with butter. A classic regional bake long linked with teatime in York and Yorkshire.
A broad, crisp batter pudding served with roast beef and gravy. It is one of Yorkshire’s best-known traditional foods and a staple in York pubs and Sunday roasts.
Refined British tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting inside The Grand. A strong choice for a special meal in central York.
Popular modern British restaurant focused on local produce, seasonal cooking and a relaxed bistro feel near the city walls.
Well-known traditional tearoom serving afternoon tea, cakes and light lunches in a classic Edwardian-style setting popular with visitors and locals.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller northern cities, but usually below London. Walking helps keep local transport costs low.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport to York trains use the London Kings Cross to York station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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