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Trains to the York Christmas Market
Make your York Christmas Market trip one to remember with LNER!
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What do I need to know about the 2024 Christmas fair in York before travelling?
Where is this year's York Christmas Market located?
Head to Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square to enjoy 75 alpine chalets lining the streets with an array of local crafts, artisan products and delicious seasonal treats.
Afterwards, be sure to check out the vintage carousel in King’s Square and the magical ‘Tree of Light’ at the Eye of York before heading home.
When are the dates of York Christmas Market 2024?
This year's York Christmas Market dates are Thursday 14 November 2024 to Sunday 22 December 2024.
For a full list of event dates, take a look at the official York Christmas Market 2024 guide.
What are the 2024 York Christmas Market opening times?
The York Christmas Market is open 10am to 7pm, Monday to Sunday.
This includes a quiet period from 10am to 12pm each day, with no music and fewer visitors to ensure that the market is accessible to all.
Saturday day trip to York?
Boasting unbeatable shopping, restaurants and of course the Christmas market, York makes for the perfect day trip.
Please note that if you’re travelling through York on a Saturday evening after a day exploring the city, the station has a no alcohol policy from 18:00 until 01:00.
How to get to York Christmas Market
Taking the train to York Christmas Market
Day trips to York Christmas market are easy and fun with LNER!
Enjoy food and drink in your seat, a magical view with no traffic or parking to worry about, and – for something extra special – the LNER York station First Class lounge experience.
And remember you can save up to 47%% when you book your LNER train to York in advance.
Or choose an Open Return ticket for York Christmas Market breaks that last as long as you want! With hundreds of LNER trains leaving York each day – including 30 trains direct into London – taking the train is the convenient and flexible travel option.
Our Christmas Travel Tips
Going as a group? Save on your Christmas Market travel with LNER
Getting to Christmas Markets is easier and cheaper with LNER, with groups of 3-9 people saving 20% off LNER Advance tickets. The discount is automatically applied to your booking when you have between 3 and 9 people travelling with you and you're buying LNER Advance tickets.
Save on group travel
Get inspired by other Christmas Markets along our route
We've created our ultimate guide to Christmas Markets and festive events along our route. So whether you're looking for a laugh out loud panto to watch this winter, or wondering where to find the best Christmas light displays, you're sure to find it here.
Christmas Markets and Festive Events
Tips for travelling at Christmas
We all know that Christmastime is one of the busiest times of year for train travel. Be sure to plan ahead with tickets on sale for the Christmas and New Years period now.
Our travel tips
Going as a group? Save on your Christmas Market travel with LNER
Getting to Christmas Markets is easier and cheaper with LNER, with groups of 3-9 people saving 20% off LNER Advance tickets. The discount is automatically applied to your booking when you have between 3 and 9 people travelling with you and you're buying LNER Advance tickets.
Save on group travelGet inspired by other Christmas Markets along our route
We've created our ultimate guide to Christmas Markets and festive events along our route. So whether you're looking for a laugh out loud panto to watch this winter, or wondering where to find the best Christmas light displays, you're sure to find it here.
Christmas Markets and Festive EventsTips for travelling at Christmas
We all know that Christmastime is one of the busiest times of year for train travel. Be sure to plan ahead with tickets on sale for the Christmas and New Years period now.
Our travel tips
