The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Horsforth
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Horsforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Horsforth will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 3 trains that leave York for Horsforth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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 and coach for York to Horsforth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Horsforth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
York to Horsforth train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Horsforth trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:10 York | 1h07 | 05:17 Horsforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:45 York | 0h48 | 05:33 Horsforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:48 York | 0h45 | 05:33 Horsforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:42 York | 0h57 | 14:39 Horsforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 York | 0h57 | 19:42 Horsforth | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets York to Horsforth by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Horsforth
Trains from York to Horsforth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 45m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, LNER from York to Horsforth trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, LNER trains will get you between York and Horsforth from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
LNER
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FAQs: York to Horsforth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Horsforth 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 Horsforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Horsforth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 16:30 part time opening hours
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems onto both of the platforms as access is via road bridge and ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops are close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Troy Road, outside Mill House.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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