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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 10 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£26
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
1 h 50 m
Trains on 10 Oct
58
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to York will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Manchester to York you need to make at least one change.
G15965 · TP207900
G15964 · TP207300
G15982 · TP207600
G15972 · TP207000
C24645 · TP206700
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G80204
W84671+
G80218
W84687+
G80236
W84664+
C01937
W84701+
G80248Trains from Manchester to York run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to York trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15947 · TP205800 | On time 1:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 3:35 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24990 · TP205700 | On time 2:55 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h25 | 5:20 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24384 · TP211300 | 5:03 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h27 | 7:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15959 · TP211200 | 5:32 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h18 | 7:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15961 · TP211000 | 5:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h31 | 8:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84649+ C01972 | 6:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 8:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C01243 · TP210900 | 6:22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h28 | 8:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84652+ G80200 | 7:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h51 | 9:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15897 · TP210600 | 7:31 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h19 | 9:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24397 · TP210400 | 8:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 10:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84659+ G80204 | 8:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 10:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24585 · TP210300 | 8:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 10:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84790 · TP210000 | 9:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h28 | 11:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84664+ C01937 | 9:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 11:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24590 · TP209900 | 9:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 11:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84795 · TP209700 | 10:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 12:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84671+ G80218 | 10:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 12:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C03169 · TP209600 | 10:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 12:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C04355+ G80222+ G89693 | 10:39 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h25 | 13:04 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
W84800 · TP209400 | 11:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 13:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84676+ G01065 | 11:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h10 | 13:23 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C01245 · TP209300 | 11:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 13:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84807 · TP209100 | On time 12:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 14:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84682+ G80230 | 12:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 14:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C01248 · TP209000 | 12:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 14:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84813 · TP208700 | 13:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 15:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84687+ G80236 | 13:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 15:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G16023 · TP208600 | 13:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 15:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84818 · TP208400 | 14:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 16:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84693+ G80240 | 14:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 16:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C01250 · TP208300 | 14:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h22 | 16:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84701+ G80248 | 15:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 17:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15965 · TP207900 | 15:24 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h26 | 17:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84830 · TP207700 | 16:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 18:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84706+ G80252 | 16:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 18:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15982 · TP207600 | 16:23 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h27 | 18:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84837 · TP207400 | 17:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 19:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84711+ G80260 | 17:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h50 | 19:03 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15964 · TP207300 | 17:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 19:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C04376+ G89709+ G80264 | 17:39 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h24 | 20:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
W84843 · TP207100 | 18:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 20:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84717+ G01084 | 18:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h13 | 20:26 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15972 · TP207000 | 18:31 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h19 | 20:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C21582+ G89181+ G80186 | 18:39 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h15 | 20:54 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
C24433 · TP206800 | 19:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 21:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84724+ G00727 | 19:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h09 | 21:22 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24645 · TP206700 | 19:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 21:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C04391+ G80163+ C31966 | 19:39 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h24 | 22:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
N00162 · TP206500 | 20:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h28 | 22:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84729+ G00732 | 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h05 | 22:18 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15859 · TP206400 | 20:26 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h24 | 22:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24445 · TP206200 | 21:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h29 | 23:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
W84736+ C01994 | 21:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h52 | 23:05 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G89144 · L89669 · NT044200 | 21:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h59 | 0:20 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
N00761 · TP206100 | 21:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h20 | 23:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24447 · TP205900 | 22:03 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h27 | 0:30 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
G15860 · TP205600 | 22:22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h28 | 0:50 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
C24382 · TP277700 | 23:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2h14 | 1:35 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
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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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Trains from Manchester to York run throughout the day and overnight. The first train leaves at 4:50 am, and the last train of the day leaves at 1:05 am. During rush hour, trains begin to leave at 20-30 minute intervals. This continues until approximately midnight. All services between Manchester and York are direct. Depending on the time of day, the journey time can last from around 1-2 hours. All train services are provided by TransPennine Express.
Trains from Manchester to York are operated by TransPennine Express.
The average journey time is 1 hour and 14 minutes.
All trains departing from Manchester either Piccadilly or Victoria are direct.
Fares stay fairly similar, however, it is worth booking in advance, as prices fluctuate the closer it gets to the date of departure.
Trains from Manchester to York run throughout the day, from 4:50 in the morning until 1:05 am, departing almost twice an hour throughout the day.
Trains from Manchester to York begin their journey in Manchester at Piccadilly or Victoria Stations. Manchester's Metrolink light railway services Manchester's rail stations between 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m., as well as operating regular shuttles to and from Manchester Airport every 10 minutes. The station also features a taxi rank, bike lock-up and bus stops.
Trains from Manchester to York service York's Central Station. York is one of the main UK rail hubs with a centrally located train station while National Express Coaches bring visitors from across the country and the continent either directly or via London. Local buses, taxis and car rentals are all easily available at York Station which is also within walking distance of tourist attractions.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to York trains use the Manchester Victoria to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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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