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

The cheapest way to get from York to Wales is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Wales is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between York and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from York to Wales?

The distance between York and Wales is 247 miles. The road distance is 230.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £130 - £190.

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

The train from York to Cardiff Central takes 4h 22m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the York to Wales train from?

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

Where does the York to Wales train arrive?

York to Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from York to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Wales is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from York to Wales.

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

Book your York to Wales train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1709+ hotels available in Wales.

York to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from York to Wales by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
4h 22m
£130–190
Drive 229.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Cardiffcar 229.4 mi
4h 13m
£57–81
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 36m
£124–181
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 39m
£89–161

York to Wales by train

9Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between York, England and Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from York to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 22m.

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