Making your way to the capital soon? With six Grand Central direct services daily, getting from York to London by train couldn’t be easier.
Whether you’ve got plans to catch up with friends over dinner, have booked to see a show, or need to be in the capital for a business meeting, you are sure to find a train to London that suits you!
Route Facts...
DEPARTS:
York
ARRIVES
London King's Cross
AVG JOURNEY TIME:
2 hours
CHANGES:
Direct
Things to do in London
No matter whether you want to sightsee, attend an event, or go on a shopping spree, there is something for everyone to enjoy in London. During the day, head to some of the capital’s most famous landmarks, including the London Eye, Buckingham Palace and St. Paul’s Cathedral, before unwinding over dinner and drinks in Camden at night.
If the weather is nice, walk the Thames Path on the South Bank, where you can witness the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge. If you’re bringing the kids, you can also take them to see the animals at ZSL London Zoo.
To see what’s happening in London, browse our London destination page.
Natural History Museum
A world-class visitor attraction featuring over 80 million specimens.
Science Museum
Showcasing scientific, technological and medical advancements in an inspiring environment
London Zoo
For animal lovers of all ages
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Planning your York to London train journey
- How many York to London trains run daily?
- What services are available on a York to London train?
- How far is it from York to London on the train?
- York to London distance?
- First Class train tickets to London from York
- Which ticket do I need for my York to London train?
- How can I secure cheap train tickets from York to London?
- How do I book tickets for my York to London train?
- York to London train ticket price
How many York to London trains run daily?
Our Grand Central trains run a direct York to London train service six times per day, excluding Sundays, so you can find a train time that suits you.
Once you’ve made yourself comfortable in your seat, you won’t have to worry about making any changes along the way. Typically, our trains from York to London King’s Cross will take less than two hours, so you can use that time to sit back, relax, and think about all the exciting things you are going to get up to in the capital.
Before you board
- How do I add a train Railcard?
- How do I book a ticket?
- Can I get a refund on an unused train ticket?
- Do you offer travel assistance?
- How can I contact lost property?
How do I add a train Railcard?
Once you’ve chosen your journey and departure time, you'll find an option below to add a Railcard. Simply select the ‘+’ button and scroll through the list until you find your Railcard to add it to your journey.
Keep in mind that once you select a Railcard, the train fares displayed on the app will automatically reflect the relevant discount. To remove a Railcard, select the ‘x’ next to your initial selection.