The cheapest and fastest trains from Montrose to York
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£178
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montrose to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montrose to York will cost around £178 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
Of the 19 trains that leave Montrose for York every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.
8:334h19Montrose12:52York£1371One-way0 changes
10:334h20Montrose14:53York£1371One-way0 changes
15:334h19Montrose19:52York£1371One-way0 changes
18:595h00Montrose23:59York£1371One-way0 changes
6:354h39Montrose11:14York£1671One-way1 change
9:414h11Montrose13:52York£1671One-way1 change
14:394h13Montrose18:52York£1671One-way1 change
11:374h15Montrose15:52York£1671One-way1 change
8:584h16Montrose13:14York£2071One-way1 change
8:334h19Montrose12:52York£2061One-way1 change
Live departures
Montrose to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Montrose to York trains for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:34 Montrose | 5h43 | 16:17 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montrose to York
Trains from Montrose to York run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 18:35 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Montrose to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Montrose and York from £73. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Montrose to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montrose 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Montrose and York
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, Western Road
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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