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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Warrington
Showing times and prices for 28 May
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
117 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Warrington will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
To travel from York to Warrington you need to make at least one change.
G15893 · W846679:212h14York station (YRK)11:35Warrington Central (WAC)£231One-way1 change- G15894 · W846618:192h16York station (YRK)10:35Warrington Central (WAC)£231One-way1 change
- C24945+
G384038:042h12York station (YRK)10:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£251One-way1 change - C24593 · W8468612:202h15York station (YRK)14:35Warrington Central (WAC)£261One-way1 change
- G15922+G3841713:042h12York station (YRK)15:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£281One-way1 change
- G15907+G3841512:042h12York station (YRK)14:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£661One-way1 change
- G15922+G3841713:042h12York station (YRK)15:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£281One-way1 change
- G15900+G3838914:042h12York station (YRK)16:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£661One-way1 change
- C24945+G384038:042h12York station (YRK)10:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£251One-way1 change
- G16013+G384059:042h12York station (YRK)11:16Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)£441One-way1 change
Live departures
York to Warrington train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Warrington trains for tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24945+G38403 | 8:04 York station (YRK) | 2h12 | 10:16 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 1 change | |
| G15894 · W84661 | 8:19 York station (YRK) | 2h16 | 10:35 Warrington Central (WAC) | 1 change | |
 G88961+W85248+ C21804 | 8:22 York station (YRK) | 2h36 | 10:58 Warrington Central (WAC) | 2 changes | |
| G16013+G38405 | 9:04 York station (YRK) | 2h12 | 11:16 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 1 change | |
| G15893 · W84667 | 9:21 York station (YRK) | 2h14 | 11:35 Warrington Central (WAC) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Warrington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Warrington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 2h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from York to Warrington trainsTranspennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Warrington from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£26
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
£81
Cross Country frequency
4 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
£45
TransPennine Express frequency
21 a day
FAQs: York to Warrington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Warrington 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 Warrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from York to Warrington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The train journey from York to Warrington covers a distance of 117 km and takes approximately 2h 5m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from York to Warrington is 117 km.
The first train from York to Warrington leaves at 0:18.
The last train from York to Warrington departs at 23:50.
Trains from York to Warrington run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from York to Warrington.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from York to Warrington.
To travel from York to Warrington, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from York to Warrington.
The train station in York that goes to Warrington is York station (YRK), and it arrives at Warrington Central (WAC).
The cheapest way to get from York to Warrington is by train, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from York to Warrington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from York to Warrington offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Yorkshire countryside, small towns, and industrial areas. While not renowned for being particularly scenic, passengers may still enjoy glimpses of the picturesque English landscape.
A day trip from York to Warrington is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 5m. However, with a frequency of 6 trains per day, you have multiple travel options. The distance between York and Warrington is 117 km.
In Warrington, you can explore the local markets for fresh produce and unique goods, attend a performance at the Pyramid & Parr Hall, or enjoy an exciting day at TeamSport Indoor Karting. For sports enthusiasts, a visit to the Warrington Wolves Rugby League Club is a must. You can also take a leisurely walk along the Trans Pennine Trail. Notable sights include Walton Hall and Gardens, the Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Gulliver's World Theme Park, Sankey Valley Park, and Victoria Park.
To explore Warrington's key attractions, two to three days should suffice, allowing time to visit spots like Walton Hall and Gardens, the Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, and the Golden Square Shopping Centre.
Yes, you can take the train from York to Warrington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Warrington
York
Warrington
The major train station for departures in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your trip from York to Warrington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for York
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
The major train station for arrivals in Warrington is Warrington Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Central for your journey to Warrington from York.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Warrington Bank Quay
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Padgate
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Road, opposite the station car park entrance for services to Manchester, adjacent to the car park entrance for services to Warrington.
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