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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Manchester Oxford Road | York | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | York | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Victoria | York | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | York | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | York | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to York
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to York by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to York start at $16. The average price for this train route is around $55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to York?
The average train trip from Manchester to York takes 1h 41m and covers 93 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to York route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to York?
The earliest train from Manchester to York departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to York?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to York?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Manchester to York?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to York?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to York was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to York, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $135 for a train ticket from Manchester to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-29.
