The cheapest and fastest trains from Paisley to York
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paisley to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paisley to York will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Paisley for York every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 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.
7:334h19Paisley11:52York£511One-way0 changes
7:334h19Paisley11:52York£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paisley to York
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paisley to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 299 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 14m Average total duration 15h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paisley to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Paisley to York trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:26 Paisley | 4h11 | 10:37 York | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:31 Paisley | 4h07 | 11:38 York | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paisley to York
Trains from Paisley to York run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £50 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 19:54 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: ScotRail from Paisley to York trainsScotRail trains will get you between Paisley and York from £50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paisley to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paisley 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paisley and York
Most Paisley to York trains use the Paisley Canal to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Paisley and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Paisley station do trains to York leave from?
Getting to Hawkhead from Paisley city centre
Hawkhead is 2 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:
Hawkhead train station facilities and services
Hawkhead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hawkhead.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hawkhead: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hawkhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hawkhead: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Paisley Canal from Paisley city centre
Paisley Canal is 1 km from Paisley city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley Canal train station facilities and services
Paisley Canal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Paisley Canal.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paisley Canal: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Paisley Canal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paisley Canal: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which York station do trains from Paisley arrive at?
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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