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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Wales
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Wales will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 trains that leave York for Wales every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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 Wales
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 70 km
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2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Wales
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Trains from York to Wales run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 06:24 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Cross Country from York to Wales trainsNorthern Rail (3), Cross Country trains will get you between York and Wales from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Cross Country
FAQs: York to Wales train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in York and Wales
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- 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
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