Travelling from York to Seaham by train

Considering a train trip from York to Seaham? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between York and Seaham

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: €26.56

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Departure frequency and timetable from York to Seaham

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

  • 00:12 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:12 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:41 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:58 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 17 minutes from York toward Seaham.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 42 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from York to Seaham

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 32 minutes, spanning 99 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets between York and Seaham?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Further insights on trains from York to Seaham

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Seaham city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from York to Seaham by train?

The total distance between York and Seaham by train is 99 kilometres.

How much does the train from York to Seaham cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €26.56. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from York to Seaham?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from York to Seaham by train?

The shortest trip is 1 hour and 32 minutes.