The cheapest and fastest trains from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 5 trains that leave Shipley station (SHY) for London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 279 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 279 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£75 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y11700 | On time 09:44 Shipley station (SHY) | 2h40 | 12:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
G91921+ C40680 | On time 10:35 Shipley station (SHY) | 2h50 | 13:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G91926+ Y11706 | On time 10:49 Shipley station (SHY) | 3h04 | 13:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40686 | On time 11:40 Shipley station (SHY) | 2h44 | 14:24 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
G91934+ C40693 | On time 12:35 Shipley station (SHY) | 2h50 | 15:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: LNER from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLNER trains will get you between Shipley station (SHY) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shipley station (SHY) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Shipley station (SHY) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms.
- 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: Accepts Cash & Cards
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park by entrance to booking hall.
- Metro: WYPTE 0161 228 7676
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A

