York to Walsall by train

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Overview: trains from York to Walsall

Find the key information for travelling by train from York to Walsall, 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 01:38 View journey
Last train 23:39 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 25m View journey
Distance (km) 164
Trains / day 39 View all
Cheapest journey €99.63 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 29m
Train operators 3

Travelling by train from York to Walsall

Ready to travel from York to Walsall by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between York and Walsall

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: €99.63

  • 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

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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 Walsall

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

  • 01:38 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:39 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:00 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:07 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 10 minutes from York toward Walsall.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 39 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from York to Walsall

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 25 minutes, travelling a total distance of 164 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between York and Walsall

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

Learn more about train travel from York to Walsall

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Walsall city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from York to Walsall

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

The total distance from York to Walsall is 164 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.