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Day trips to York by train

There's something for everyone with a day trip to York by train.

      Sit back, relax, and enjoy the view as you speed towards your next day trip by train!

      York is the perfect destination for a day trip by train, thanks to it's unique blend of historic culture and modern sensibilities.

      There's York Minster - a breathtaking Gothic cathedral that dominates the city skyline - the labyrinth of medieval streets known as the Shambles, a unique chocolate tour, and more tea rooms than you could visit.

      Beat the rush and bag the best fares

      With so much to see and do in York, it pays to start early and stay longer. Choose an early departure and a later return to enjoy a full day in the city.

      Our recommended trains to York

      • Depart London King's Cross at 07:30 and arrive in York at 09:16

      • Depart Newcastle at 08:24 and arrive in York at 09:14

      York day trip itinerary

      Make the most of your day in York with our top tips and follow our itinerary to see, taste and experience the best of York.

      The city center is compact and walkable, making it easy to explore all the main attractions in a day. And with over 40 LNER arrivals a day at York station, York is an easy-to-reach destination for your next day trip by train!

      Museum Gardens and Yorkshire Museum

      10:00 - 12:30

      Once you arrive in York why not visit the Museum Gardens? Travel through York's rich history in a beautiful setting.

      Price: Entry to the Museum Gardens is free, Yorkshire Museum entry from £10 per adult

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      Spark

      13:00 - 14:30

      Venture through the city, admiring the Minster as you make your way to Spark for lunch.

      Price: £10-£20

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      City Cruise Boat Tour

      15:00 - 16:00

      After lunch, embark on a tour through the city via boat!

      Price: from £14.00

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      Explore The Shambles

      16:00 - 17:30

      Visit the the Shambles, one of the most famous streets in York.

      Price: free to explore the street and shops

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      Getting home

      Feel like there's more to explore and need an extra day? Why not stay over! York has an abundance of hotels perfect for families, couples and solo travellers alike!

      If you're just here for the day, check out there trains to get you home.

      • Depart York at 18:31 and arrive in London King's Cross at 20:31

      • Depart York at 18:19 and arrive in Newcastle at 19:09

      More things to do in York

      • York Minster​

        Visit York Minster, a breathtaking feat of Gothic architecture located in the very heart of York!

        York Minster

      • National Railway Museum​

        Step back to the golden age of railways by hopping in a cab and riding five minutes across town to the National Railway Museum.

        National Railway Museum

      • JORVIK Viking Centre​

        The JORVIK Viking Centre takes you back 1,000 years to Viking York and accurately depicts its streets, stalls, sights and smells.

        JORVIK Viking Centre

      Go by train and relax!

      • Pick your train seats​

        Choose your train seats, including which direction you would like to travel in.

        Pick your seat

      • Eat at your seat​

        Eat warm delicious food brought right to your seat.

        Eat at your seat

      • Group train travel savings​

        Travel with friends and book together and save 20%.

        Group train travel savings

      • Park your car at the station​

        Get there hassle free, leave your car at the station and avoid those motorway jams.

        Park your car at the station

      • Eco-friendly travel​

        With 70% less CO2 emissions than travelling by car, trains are the responsible way to travel.

        Eco-friendly travel

      • Get £5 free​

        Join LNER Perks to receive £5 joining credit, plus 2% cashback for every journey.

        Join LNER Perks

      Ready for your trip to York?

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