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Travelling from East Midlands Airport/Derby to York, the fastest train takes 1h 15m with an average travel time of 1h 45m. 31 trains are running daily, with the first departing at 04:47 and the last at 22:29. Stay updated with live train status, times, delays, and cancellations on TrainPal.
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21:33 Derby | 23:09 York | On time | 1h 36m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets | |
21:54 Derby | 00:17 York | On time | 2h 23m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
22:11 Derby | 00:17 York | On time | 2h 6m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets | |
22:29 Derby | 02:09 York | On time | 3h 40m | East Midlands Railway | Find tickets |
The train journey from East Midlands Airport/Derby to York combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from East Midlands Airport/Derby, you can get to York in just 1h 15m, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.
The fastest train journey time from East Midlands Airport/Derby to York is 1h 15m . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, there are no direct trains from East Midlands Airport/Derby to York. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip
East Midlands Airport/Derby to York trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
It’s recommended to reach the train station 15-20 minutes before your train is set to leave. This gives you sufficient time to locate your platform, particularly in larger stations. Arriving early is also beneficial if you need to collect tickets or find your way around an unfamiliar station, helping to minimise any potential stress.
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