Are you looking for a quick and hassle-free way to get from London to York? Then why not take advantage one of our fantastic services from the capital? Grand Central runs five daily trains from Kings Cross to York Monday to Saturday and four services on Sunday, so you’re sure to find a time that suits your schedule.
Our journey times from London to York are typically less than two hours, making it quick and easy to access this historic city. Take a look at our departure and arrival times below and book your London to York train with us online.
Route Facts...
DEPARTS:
London King's Cross
ARRIVES
York
AVG JOURNEY TIME:
2 hours
CHANGES:
Direct
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Planning your London to York journey
- Why travel from London to York with Grand Central?
- How do I find the cheapest fares from London Kings Cross to York?
- How do I book train tickets from Kings Cross to York online?
- What is there to do in York?
- Ready to organise your trip from London Kings Cross to York?
Why travel from London to York with Grand Central?
We want to make your journey as simple as possible. That’s why we offer five daily trains from Kings Cross to York from Monday to Saturday, and four services on a Sunday – so you can travel at a time to suit you.
Typically, our journey times from London to York take under two hours, so you’ll be getting on with the rest of your day in no time. But while you are aboard, we want to make your trip as comfortable and enjoyable as we can. All our Grand Central trains from London Kings Cross to York have free WiFi – so you can stay connected, get on with some work or catch up on your favourite podcast. We also offer a range of refreshments on board most services, from tea and coffee to fresh sandwiches and snacks, so you arrive fresh and ready to go.
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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.