What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to York?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to York is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to York?

The fastest way to get from Wales to York is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Wales and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at York. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Wales to York?

The distance between Wales and York is 235 miles. The road distance is 230.8 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to York without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to York without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 20m and costs £120 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Wales to York?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Wales to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to York train from?

Wales to York train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Wales to York train arrive?

Wales to York train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to York is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Wales to York.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to York?

Book your Wales to York train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1951+ hotels available in York.

Wales to York - 5 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Wales to York by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 20m
£122–174
Drive 229.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Yorkcar 229.5 mi
4h 12m
£57–82
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 33m
£62–160
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Yorktrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
4h 47m
£130–190
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain Manchester Piccadilly - York / ...
5h 18m
£90–156

Wales to York by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Wales and York, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to York via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 20m.

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