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Stamford Museum
Stamford’s main museum covering local history, Georgian life and social change. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Stamford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Stamford will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from York to Stamford you need to make at least one change.
L01640+
G00988
C02046+
G00984
L01636+
G00982
C02066+
G00990
C01922+
G00993
L01640+
G00988
L01636+
G00982
C01922+
G00993
C02046+
G00984
C02066+
G00990The table below shows live departures for York to Stamford trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L01636+ G00982 | 16:27 York station (YRK) | 1h39 | 18:06 Stamford station (SMD) | 1 change | |
C02046+ G00984 | 16:55 York station (YRK) | 2h11 | 19:06 Stamford station (SMD) | 1 change | |
L01640+ G00988 | 18:27 York station (YRK) | 1h39 | 20:06 Stamford station (SMD) | 1 change | |
C02066+ G00990 | 18:55 York station (YRK) | 2h11 | 21:06 Stamford station (SMD) | 1 change | |
C01922+ G00993 | 20:32 York station (YRK) | 1h40 | 22:12 Stamford station (SMD) | 1 change |
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Take a train from York to Stamford and enjoy the approximately 151 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:01.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Stamford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stamford trip today.
Stamford’s main museum covering local history, Georgian life and social change. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
An art gallery within Burghley House presenting changing exhibitions in a historic setting, suitable for visitors combining house and grounds.
A small historic house museum interpreting surgeon William Browne’s 17th-century home and life in Stamford.
A broad riverside meadow ideal for walks, views of Burghley House and seasonal recreation close to the historic centre.
A handsome central street lined with stone buildings, independent shops and historic facades. Excellent for exploring Stamford on foot.
A pleasant walk beside the River Welland with views to historic stone buildings, bridges and open green space.
A rich, blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in nearby Melton Mowbray. It is one of England’s best-known regional cheeses and often served on local cheeseboards.
A hot savoury pastry pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, traditionally filled with chopped pork and set jelly. It is a classic East Midlands snack and picnic food.
A Lincolnshire sausage seasoned with sage and other herbs, usually served with mash or breakfast. It is a staple regional meat dish across Lincolnshire.
Smart, friendly wine bar and bistro offering small plates, seasonal dishes and a broad drinks list in Stamford town centre.
Long-established Italian restaurant with a lively, welcoming feel. Well known locally for pasta, pizza and classic Italian comfort dishes.
Elegant fine dining in a historic coaching inn, known for refined British cooking and a polished, traditional atmosphere in central Stamford.
Moderate for England: rooms and dining are usually below London prices, but heritage stays and weekend dining can raise costs. Stamford is walkable, so local transport spend is often low.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Stamford 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 Stamford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most York to Stamford trains use the York to Stamford station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Stamford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Stamford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Caffè Nero
Ticket office support is available at Stamford.
Available at Stamford: Parking, WC.
Available at Stamford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stamford: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. Level access from car park to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge only to Leicester bound platform (i.e. no step free access). Barrow crossing restricted times therefore Stamford to Leicester passengers to travel via Peterborough and return back. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: White Knight 01733 555584, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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