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Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to York (YRK)

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44

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

2hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:06 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to York (YRK)

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On a typical weekday there are 44 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo East and York , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 44 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo East to York is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and York.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo East to York. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo East to York Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:06
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:33
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:33
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:51
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:04
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:38
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:07
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:34
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:07
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:07
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    London Waterloo East
    York
    London Waterloo East to York

About London Waterloo East Station

Station name London Waterloo East (WAE)
Address London Waterloo East station, Sandell Street, London, SE1 8NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Waterloo East and York

The travel time between London Waterloo East and York by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo East and York vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 44 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo East 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 Waterloo East & York. owever, there are 44 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo East and York.

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