The average train between Irvine and York takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Irvine to York. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Irvine and York. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irvine is at 10:23 PM which arrives into York at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Irvine to York? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Irvine to York. However, there are services departing from Irvine station and arriving at York station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.
Irvine to York train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Irvine station.
Irvine to York train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Irvine to York train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Irvine and York is 294.2 km. The road distance is 447 km.
You can take a train from Irvine to York via Glasgow Central and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 51m.