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National Railway Museum
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to York will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 3 trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to York, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.

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Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 20:31 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to York trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:13 Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h37 | 11:50 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:17 Stansted Mountfitchet | 2h59 | 11:16 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:17 Stansted Mountfitchet | 2h59 | 12:16 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
A broad city museum in riverside gardens, covering archaeology, Roman York, medieval objects and changing local life.
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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Most Stansted Mountfitchet to York trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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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