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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
£110
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oakham to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakham to York will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Oakham to York you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Oakham to York trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:06 Oakham | 1h57 | 9:03 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:42 Oakham | 2h07 | 9:49 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:49 Oakham | 2h13 | 11:02 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:42 Oakham | 2h06 | 11:48 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:43 Oakham | 2h20 | 13:03 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:42 Oakham | 2h08 | 13:50 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:40 Oakham | 2h23 | 15:03 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:41 Oakham | 2h08 | 15:49 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:40 Oakham | 2h23 | 17:03 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:40 Oakham | 2h10 | 17:50 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Oakham | 1h50 | 18:30 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:41 Oakham | 1h50 | 19:31 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:46 Oakham | 2h06 | 20:52 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:43 Oakham | 2h19 | 22:02 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:43 Oakham | 2h25 | 23:08 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:47 Oakham | 2h26 | 0:13 York | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
![]() | 5:51 Oakham | 2h11 | 8:02 York | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Oakham to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 21:40 |
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Discover the best of York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect York trip today.
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.
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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 Oakham 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 Oakham to York trains use the Oakham to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Oakham and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oakham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oakham.
Ticket office support is available at Oakham.
Available at Oakham: Parking.
Available at Oakham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level access to Peterborough bound platform. Ramp from the road to the Leicester bound platform. Restricted access between the platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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