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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Cross Gates
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Cross Gates is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Cross Gates will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from York to Cross Gates, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
12:240h52York13:16Cross Gates£51One-way0 changes- 13:080h24York13:32Cross Gates£51One-way0 changes
- 18:080h24York18:32Cross Gates£51One-way0 changes
- 16:080h24York16:32Cross Gates£71One-way0 changes
- 13:080h24York13:32Cross Gates£51One-way0 changes
- 16:080h24York16:32Cross Gates£71One-way0 changes
- 18:080h24York18:32Cross Gates£51One-way0 changes
- 12:240h52York13:16Cross Gates£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for York to Cross Gates
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Cross Gates among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York to Cross Gates:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Cross Gates costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Cross Gates take longer:
Coach takes on average 55m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (24m by train vs 36m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
York to Cross Gates train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Cross Gates trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:08 York | 0h24 | 15:32 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:08 York | 0h24 | 16:32 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:07 York | 0h25 | 20:32 Cross Gates | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets York to Cross Gates by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Cross Gates
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Cross Gates run on average 12 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 23m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail from York to Cross Gates trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between York and Cross Gates from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Cross Gates train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Cross Gates 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 Cross Gates, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Cross Gates
Most York to Cross Gates trains use the York to Cross Gates station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Cross Gates train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Cross Gates leave from?
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.
Which Cross Gates station do trains from York arrive at?
Getting to Cross Gates from Cross Gates city centre
Cross Gates train station facilities and services
Cross Gates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cross Gates.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cross Gates.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cross Gates: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Cross Gates: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cross Gates: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to platforms 1 and 2 is by ramps. Step free access from the car park to the 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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