The average train between York and Big Ben takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from York to Big Ben. 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 every 30 minutes between York and Big Ben. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from York is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Big Ben at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from York to Big Ben. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Big Ben station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
York to Big Ben train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from York station.
York to Big Ben train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.
The distance between York and Big Ben is 280.7 km. The road distance is 311 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from York to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Grand Central Trains also services this route 5 times a day.