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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
3 h 2 m
Trains on 16 Sept
6
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) you need to make at least 2 changes.
C21809+
G80179+
P6683612:463h05Stansted Airport (SSD)15:51York station (YRK)£331One-way2 changes
G00969+G08112 · C0211112:253h01Stansted Airport (SSD)15:26York station (YRK)£371One-way2 changes- G00969+G8017912:253h26Stansted Airport (SSD)15:51York station (YRK)£371One-way1 change
- G80237+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P6636312:113h05Stansted Airport (SSD)15:16York station (YRK)£391One-way2 changes - G80245+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P6638713:113h05Stansted Airport (SSD)16:16York station (YRK)£391One-way2 changes
- G00969+G08112+G0070612:252h55Stansted Airport (SSD)15:20York station (YRK)£461One-way2 changes
- G00969+G08112 · C0211112:253h01Stansted Airport (SSD)15:26York station (YRK)£371One-way2 changes
- G80237+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P6636312:113h05Stansted Airport (SSD)15:16York station (YRK)£391One-way2 changes
- C21809+G80179+P6683612:463h05Stansted Airport (SSD)15:51York station (YRK)£331One-way2 changes
- G80245+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross+P6638713:113h05Stansted Airport (SSD)16:16York station (YRK)£391One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 247 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK):
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) costing on average £46.
Other travel options to York station (YRK) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 2m.
The journey is about 26m faster (2h 45m by train vs 3h 11m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£46 vs £49). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80237+P66363+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross | 12:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 15:16 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| G00969+G80179 | 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 15:51 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G00969+G08112+G00706 | 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h55 | 15:20 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| G00969+G08112 · C02111 | 12:25 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h01 | 15:26 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| G80179+P66836+C21809 | 12:46 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 15:51 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
| G80245+P66387+Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Kings Cross | 13:11 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 16:16 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 20:43 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and York station (YRK) from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and York station (YRK)
Most London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) trains use the London Kings Cross to York station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and York station (YRK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to York from York city centre
York 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
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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