London Kings Cross to York Trains From £28.40*

Travel from London Kings Cross to York in about 1 hour and 55 minutes with LNER trains.

This direct service runs regularly from London to York, and it is possible to buy cheap train tickets for London North Eastern Railway trains when booking in advance with TrainPal. The high-speed LNER service between London Kings Cross and York tracks an efficient route, taking in green fields and scenery on its journey up through England.

LNER is highly regarded as the premier provider of long-distance trains between London and the north of England. Its comfortable and classy services run between London Kings Cross and destinations such as York, Newcastle, Durham and Edinburgh.

Departing from London Kings Cross

For the quickest journey from London to York, you’ll need to head to London Kings Cross, one of the most iconic train stations in the world.

Conveniently located north of the Thames, on Euston Road, London Kings Cross is accessible via six London Underground lines (Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern, Piccadilly and Victoria). You can also reach Kings Cross easily by bus or taxi, making it one one of the best connected stations in London.

London Kings Cross runs train services to cities like Leeds, Edinburgh, Peterborough, Cambridge, Brighton, Kings Lynn, Sunderland and Hull. The main train operators serving this station include LNER, Thameslink, Grand Central and Hull Trains.

With excellent amenities, shops and free station WiFi, London Kings Cross is a popular London station among passengers. If you’re travelling London Kings Cross to York First Class, you’ll be able to wait in the LNER First Class Lounge.

Main stops

The main stops along the journey from London Kings Cross to York include Peterborough, Newark North Gate, Grantham and Doncaster. After York, the service usually continues to Edinburgh (Waverley) with stops at places like Darlington, Durham, Newcastle and Alnmouth, though depending on the exact time and routes, stops may vary.

Arriving at York Station

Conveniently situated to the west of York city centre and right next door to the National Railway Museum, York Station has all the features you would expect of a busy LNER station.

With efficient bus links and frequent taxi services, York Station is well served for onward travel. Or if you’re heading to York city centre, you’ll be right outside the historic city walls when leaving the station, so just a short walk away.

York provides train services to other major cities such as Newcastle, Leeds, Plymouth, Doncaster and Edinburgh. Although dominated by LNER, other train operators serve York Station, including CrossCountry, Northern and TransPennine Express.

LNER train classes

• Standard Class: Travelling in Standard Class with LNER gives passengers access to free onboard Wi-Fi, sockets and a Quiet Coach, as well as the opportunity to buy food and drinks from the onboard shop or order it directly to your seat.
• First Class: Passengers in LNER First Class get comfier seats with extra legroom and a personalised service onboard, including complimentary food and drink. On journeys from London Kings Cross to York First Class passengers can also relax in the First Class Lounge before their departure.

LNER train travel advice

Travelling with LNER is easy and affordable with railcard discounts and advance prices. Whether you’re planning a family day out or a business trip, here are the main things you need to know about the LNER luggage allowance, storage facilities and assisted travel.

• Luggage: You can bring up to three pieces of luggage for free. Whether you have backpacks, suitcases or carrier bags, items can be securely stored in luggage racks or overhead cabins.
• Bicycles: Bike reservations are mandatory and free for passengers on LNER services.
• Children: Children travel for less with LNER, with exact prices varying depending on the age of the child and the service.
• Pets: LNER welcomes pets on its services, with a maximum of two per human passenger. Dogs must be on a lead or in a carrier, and animals are not permitted on seats.
• Passenger Assist: Services for passengers with special needs include assistance, help boarding, reserving wheelchair spaces, detailed rail info, and pet assistance.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.