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Comfortable travel from York to London

Relax as the scenery of Northern and Central England flashes by while you travel from York and London.

Travelling with LNER means you'll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and relaxed. With our price promise, you'll also get the best value tickets when you book on the LNER app.
Average travel time
2h 6m
Distance
173 miles
Greener than a car by
330%

Our cheapest upcoming fares

Standard Class

Sunday 28 Apr 2024
From
£40.80

Standard Class

Monday 3 Jun 2024
From
£25.10

First Class

Saturday 25 May 2024
From
£62.50

Today's journeys

Upcoming direct journeys for York to London Kings Cross

First train 04:40 Last train 20:01

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20:01

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London North Eastern Railway from Aberdeen to London Kings Cross

Lose yourself in London for less

LNER trains arrive and depart at London King's Cross station, close to King's Cross St. Pancras Underground station, the British Library, Camden Town, and Regents Park.

It's easy to find cheap train tickets from York to London with LNER. Our real-time updates mean travel is hassle-free.

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Get a little extra with your journey

No only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.

When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:

  • Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
  • 2% back on all LNER  journeys

Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.

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RELATED FAQS

Are there direct trains from York to London King’s Cross?

Hop on board at York for a direct trip to London taking just over two hours.

Which rail lines go through York?

Apart from LNER, you’ll find rail lines at York from operators CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express and Grand Central.

Can you buy a Season Ticket between York and London King’s Cross?

One week or one year, there are several options for buying a York-London King’s Cross season ticket. Just go to our Season ticket page to book yours.

What is the cheapest way to get from York to London King’s Cross by train?

The cheapest way to get to London from York is likely to be single Advance tickets. You can set a Ticket Alert for these so you’re the first to know when they’re on sale. You’ll save even more money as there’s no booking fee and we’ve made a promise to refund the difference if you’ve found a cheaper option from another ticket provider.

Which rail lines go through London King’s Cross?

London’s King Cross is a major station that provides access to The East Coast Mainline as well as rail lines from LNER, Hull Trains and Grand Central Trains.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

Change of plans form

Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

Delay repay

What are the train stops between York and London King's Cross?

When embarking on your journey from York to London King's Cross, you have two different travel options, each offering a unique experience. Here are the details for each route:

Direct Route:
This option offers a non-stop journey, taking you directly from York to London King's Cross. Enjoy a swift and seamless journey to your destination.

Alternative Route:
Doncaster
Newark Northgate
Peterborough

No matter which route you decide on, LNER ensures a comfortable and enjoyable journey from York to London King's Cross. Whether it's a direct trip or one with a few stops, we're here to make your travel experience exceptional.

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