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Preston Park Museum & Grounds
A local history museum in Preston Park with recreated Victorian streets, period displays and family-friendly exhibits on Teesside life.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 13 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Stockton-on-Tees is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Stockton-on-Tees will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 1 trains from York to Stockton-on-Tees, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from York to Stockton-on-Tees among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 70 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York to Stockton-on-Tees:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Stockton-on-Tees costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Stockton-on-Tees take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 54m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 11m by car). Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £13 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for York to Stockton-on-Tees trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:39 York | 1h13 | 11:52 Stockton-on-Tees | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from York to Stockton-on-Tees run on average 12 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 51m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Discover the best of Stockton-on-Tees — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockton-on-Tees trip today.
A local history museum in Preston Park with recreated Victorian streets, period displays and family-friendly exhibits on Teesside life.
A gallery and museum space at Arc presenting contemporary art exhibitions and cultural displays in Stockton town centre.
A small independent museum telling Thornaby’s story through artefacts, photographs and volunteer-led displays on everyday local history.
A large landscaped park with riverside walks, formal gardens, woodland and one of the area’s best family-friendly green spaces.
A lively central street known for its broad scale, regular markets, historic buildings and easy access to shops and cultural venues.
A dramatic white-water course and riverside activity area with walking routes, viewpoints and a modern watersports setting.
A Teesside staple of minced beef and onions in gravy beneath mashed potato. A hearty North-East pub classic closely tied to local home cooking.
Slow-cooked pease pudding made from split yellow peas, often served with ham or stottie. It is a long-standing North-East comfort food.
A large, chewy North-East bread roll traditionally filled with ham and pease pudding. It is a beloved everyday lunch across Teesside and nearby Tyneside.
Lively Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in Stockton town centre.
Stylish steakhouse serving grilled meats, burgers and cocktails in a modern, upbeat setting at Teesside Park.
Contemporary Italian restaurant offering pasta, pizza and classic mains in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than larger UK cities. Hotels, casual meals and local buses are fairly priced, though fine dining and peak stays cost more.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10% is polite for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually need no tip, though spare change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most York to Stockton-on-Tees trains use the York to Stockton station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Stockton-on-Tees 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.
Stockton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Stockton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockton: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Stockton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. Step free access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. No problems to get on to the Middlesbrough bound platform as level access, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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