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Explore breathtaking history at breathe-easy prices

Our website offers cheap fares on LNER trains to York - with no booking fees!
You can get to York on our half hourly high-speed trains to London.

In fact, LNER runs more trains between York and London than any other operator, as well as regular trains to Newcastle, Glasgow, and Edinburgh , plus regional connections across Yorkshire.
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153,717
Fact About York
The International Ghost Research Foundation has declared York the most haunted city in Europe

Popular trains to York

London Kings Cross to York

Friday 31 May 2024
From
£22.50
330% greener than a car

Edinburgh to York

Tuesday 21 May 2024
From
£26.00
330% greener than a car

Aberdeen to York

Thursday 23 May 2024
From
£29.80
330% greener than a car

These percentages were calculated using our Carbon Calculator.

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Make a historic date with the original capital of the North

From Roman settlement to Viking invasion to the Wars of the Roses, York has history within every inch of its ancient walls.

Enjoy boutique shopping in streets that combine medieval ambience with modern style. Or if that's not your bag, you could just sample real ales in one of the many olde English pubs.

All it takes is a traditionally cheap train ticket from LNER.

Plus, when you join LNER Perks you'll get £5 free and 2% credit back every time you travel with us.

Sorted Food York Itinerary

Sorted Food travelled with LNER for a day trip to York to pick up ingredients and inspiration for their cooking battle.

Things to do in York

Whether you're looking for inspiration before you book your ticket to York or you're already on the train, these handy guides are here to help.

Hotels in York

There's so much to see and do in York. Book a hotel room for a night or two to enjoy all the city has to offer.

Shopping in York

York is a shopper’s dream – its historic cobbled streets offer everything from quirky independent stores and heritage brands to high street chains.

Places to eat in York

York is the foodie capital of the north. It may be best known for its Viking history and spectacular Minster, but it's also acclaimed for its grub. Here’s our guide to a foodie day in York.

Nothing Beats Musical Routes

National Rail has partnered with renowned British DJ and broadcaster, Jo Whiley, to ignite a passion for exploring the roots of British music through train travel. Embark on a journey with Window Seater app with a variety of short audio guides narrating the vibrant tales of Britain's musical landscapes, both past and present.

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Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

14th Nov

South Shields-born Sarah Millican followed an unusual path to fame. Left unexpectedly by her husband in 2004, she moved back home with her parents and started taking writing workshops as an outlet for processing her emotions. Her first ever stand-up gig was in a Newcastle pub called The Dog & Parrot, which had a fringe theatre upstairs. Although she had no idea what she was doing, Millican drew on the pain of her failed marriage and connected with the audience… from then on, she was hooked on live comedy.

Tickets from £35.80

The Magic of Motown

7th Oct

Seen by over a million people! It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history. Come celebrate our brand-new show as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t No Mountain High Enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with all the Motown classics from artists such as, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson, and many, many more. Celebrate the sound of a generation with one very special night of The Magic of Motown! This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.

Tickets from £26.00

An Evening of Burlesque

2nd Nov

Cabaret spectacular featuring fan dancing fantasies, foxy '40s WAF sirens, bubblegum blowing baseball babes and cheesecake pin-ups.

Tickets from £27.00
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RELATED FAQS

Which rail lines go through York?

The main train lines running through York station are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, Grand Central, and TransPennine Express.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

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Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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