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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to York (YRK)

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48

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:32 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

9

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to York (YRK)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and York , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to York is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and York.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to York. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to York Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:32
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:33
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:35
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    08:33
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    08:52
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:23
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:29
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:32
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:48
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:19
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:32
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:22
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    10:51
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    11:30
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:32
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:22
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:53
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    2 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    12:31
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:22
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    12:52
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:49
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:17
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:32
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:22
    2 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    13:50
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:52
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    14:32
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    14:49
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:22
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:52
    London Charing Cross
    York
    London Charing Cross to York

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between London Charing Cross and York

The travel time between London Charing Cross and York by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and York vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between London Charing Cross and York can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Charing Cross & York. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and York.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between London Charing Cross and York, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.