The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and York takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and York. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 11:59 PM which arrives into York at 2:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to York. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent station and arriving at York station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Stoke-on-Trent to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Stoke-on-Trent to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Stoke-on-Trent to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and York is 128.7 km. The road distance is 167 km.
You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to York via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 35m.