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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 09 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
2 h 11 m
Trains on 09 Sept
1
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seaham to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seaham to York will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 1 trains from Seaham to York, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seaham to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 99 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Seaham to York:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Seaham to York costing on average £22.
Other travel options to York take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 16m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Grand Central Trains, Grand Central Trains.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Seaham to York trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C31762+ C02002 | 8:08 Seaham station (SEA) | 1h44 | 9:52 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P28640+ W29873 | 8:56 Seaham station (SEA) | 1h42 | 10:38 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P28645+ C24587 | 9:07 Seaham station (SEA) | 2h11 | 11:18 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P28645 · G85827+ C24954 | 9:07 Seaham station (SEA) | 1h56 | 11:03 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
P28650+ G01184 | 9:46 Seaham station (SEA) | 1h48 | 11:34 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
P28655 · G85833+ G15907 | 10:09 Seaham station (SEA) | 1h52 | 12:01 York station (YRK) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Seaham to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 21:24 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
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A handsome Georgian street leading to the Minster, known for boutiques, facades and a classic approach through the old city.
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York Railway Station -> York Minster, York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seaham 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 Seaham to York trains use the Seaham to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Seaham and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Seaham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Seaham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seaham: Parking.
Available at Seaham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access. Lowered kerb from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the waiting shelter on the Sunderland bound platform Accepts Cards Only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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