Rayleigh to York by train

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Overview: trains from Rayleigh to York

Find the key information for travelling by train from Rayleigh to York, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:16 View journey
Last train 23:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 287
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey CA$93.94 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 35m
Train operators 8

Taking the train from Rayleigh to York

So you’re considering going from Rayleigh to York by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of a train ticket between Rayleigh and York

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$93.94. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Rayleigh to York

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Rayleigh to York:

  • 04:16 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:16 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:16 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:46 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 23 minutes from Rayleigh toward York.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 31 trains serving this route each day.

Rayleigh to York train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 287 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 3 hours and 12 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Rayleigh and York

Tickets for travel between Rayleigh and York can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Rayleigh to York

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our York city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Rayleigh to York

Want to know more about your journey from Rayleigh to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Rayleigh to York covers a distance of 287 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.