Travelling from Stansted Airport to York by train

Want to know how to get from Stansted Airport to York by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to York take around 2 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 248 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around  05:16. The last departure is usually at around 23:14 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stansted Airport at around 05:25, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 69 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$85.80.

We think any time is a great time to visit York, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to York.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to York?

The journey between Stansted Airport and York usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to York every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to York?

The Stansted Airport to York train travel takes about 2 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to York train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to York leaving Stansted Airport at around 05:16 and the last train leaving at around 23:14 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stansted Airport at around 05:25, with the final departure at 23:30.