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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for York station (YRK) 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 247 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
8:283h22London Stansted Airport11:50York station (YRK)£371One-way0 changes
15:463h17London Stansted Airport19:03York station (YRK)£681One-way0 changes
- 15:463h17London Stansted Airport19:03York station (YRK)£681One-way0 changes
- 8:283h22London Stansted Airport11:50York station (YRK)£371One-way0 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 prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 247 km
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£54 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 16:46 London Stansted Airport | 3h18 | 20:04 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| 8:28 London Stansted Airport | 3h22 | 11:50 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, 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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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 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 16:46. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 16:46 |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to York station (YRK) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and York station (YRK) from £27. 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.
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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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