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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to York

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 26

Cheapest price on Sep 26

€39

Average ticket price on Sep 26

€64

Fastest journey on Sep 26

1 h 45 m

Average journey duration on Sep 26

1 h 46 m

Trains on Sep 26

51

Distance

280 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to York will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 26, we found 51 trains from London to York, including 50 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 26 the direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • London North Eastern RailwayG80161
    7:30 PM1h48
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    9:18 PMYork station (YRK)
    €391One-way
    0 transfers
  • Grand Central TrainsY14858
    7:25 PM1h49
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    9:14 PMYork station (YRK)
    €401One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayC01972
    5:48 AM2h15
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    8:03 AMYork station (YRK)
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayC01953
    6:30 AM1h46
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    8:16 AMYork station (YRK)
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayG80202
    7:30 AM1h46
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    9:16 AMYork station (YRK)
    €491One-way
    0 transfers

Live departures

London to York train times

The table below shows live departures for London to York trains for today, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
London North Eastern RailwayG802371:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
3:16 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC021111:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h53
3:26 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80179
On time
1:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h04
3:51 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80241
On time
2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
4:03 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80245
On time
2:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
4:16 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC02040
On time
2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h54
4:27 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Grand Central TrainsY14852
On time
3:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h50
4:50 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80247
On time
3:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
5:03 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80251
On time
3:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h47
5:17 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC019843:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h54
5:27 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80183
On time
3:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h05
5:52 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC019434:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h03
6:03 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80257
On time
4:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h47
6:17 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80147
On time
4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h57
6:30 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Grand Central TrainsY14857
On time
5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h48
6:48 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80259
On time
5:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
7:03 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80263
On time
5:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
7:16 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80148
On time
5:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h59
7:32 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80266
On time
6:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h03
8:03 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80268
On time
6:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
8:16 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80185
On time
6:42 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h10
8:52 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802727:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h02
9:02 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
Grand Central TrainsY14859
On time
7:27 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h47
9:14 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802737:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h49
9:19 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayN62051
On time
7:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h56
9:29 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayN62052
On time
8:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h59
10:02 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG08153+CrossCountryG00733
On time
8:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h10
10:19 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
London North Eastern RailwayC019828:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h55
10:28 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80166
On time
9:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h05
11:08 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80168
On time
10:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h11
12:14 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG80170
On time
11:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h42
1:50 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC02022+Transpennine ExpressG15947
On time
11:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
3h15
2:48 AM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Saturday, September 26
London North Eastern RailwayC019725:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h15
8:03 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC019536:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
8:16 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC020486:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h53
8:26 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802007:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
9:03 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802027:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
9:16 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC020117:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h57
9:30 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
Grand Central TrainsY148448:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h55
9:55 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802048:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
10:03 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802078:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
10:16 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC019998:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h53
10:26 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC019379:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
11:03 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802149:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h45
11:15 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC020379:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h55
11:28 AM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8021810:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
12:03 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8021910:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h47
12:17 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC0205110:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h53
12:26 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
Grand Central TrainsY1484811:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h49
12:49 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8022211:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
1:03 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8022711:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
1:16 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC0196511:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h53
1:26 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8023012:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
2:03 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG8023312:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h46
2:16 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayC0199812:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h54
2:27 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
Grand Central TrainsY148491:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h49
2:49 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayG802361:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
2h00
3:03 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London to York trains with Omio?

Hull Trains as well as CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway and more offer trains services from London to York.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to York.

Why book with Omio vs Hull Trains?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Hull Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from London to York.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Hull Trains with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to York.

Why book with Omio over Trainline, Raileurope or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from London to York.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to York.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to York?

The best time to book your train from London to York is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to York route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to York per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to York.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to York

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Trains from London to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 1h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
280 km
Average train duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 45m
First train
2:05 AM
Last train
11:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
91 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Hull Trains from London to York trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Hull Trains trains will get you between London and York from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
€24
London North Eastern Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Grand Central Trains

About
Grand Central Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the North East of England, Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Grand Central Trains offers a range of services, including express, semi-fast and stopping services. Express services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to three hours. Semi-fast services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to four hours. Stopping services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to five hours. Grand Central Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Standard tickets are the most economical option, while First Class tickets offer more comfort and space. Advance tickets are available for purchase up to 12 weeks in advance and offer the best value for money. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Grand Central Trains are London to Bradford, London to Sunderland, London to York and London to Wakefield.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Grand Central Trains Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Grand Central Trains Price
€17
Grand Central Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus cafe bar on some services
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory, available for a small fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramp assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Grand Central Trains

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€91
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€91
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

Hull Trains

About
Hull Trains is a British train operator that provides services between Hull and London. It operates up to five trains per day, with two direct services and three services that require a change at Brough. The trains are modern and comfortable, with two types available: the Super Express and the Express. The Super Express offers a faster journey time and more spacious seating, while the Express is a more economical option. Hull Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes are Hull to London Kings Cross and Hull to Brough. Passengers can also take advantage of the Hull Trains Plus loyalty scheme, which offers discounts and rewards.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hull Trains Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Hull Trains Price
€81
Hull Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Can be added during booking
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available. Staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Hull Trains

Trains from London to York

An important city of northern England since Roman times, York has a close connection with railway history and hosts the National Rail Museum. Rail links with the capital are frequent and direct, seven days a week. Visitors can take daily direct London to York train services with a choice of operators on the East Coast Main Line. Journey times are just under two hours for the fastest services, with departures from early morning to late evening.

Which train companies travel from London to York?

London North Eastern Railway (LNER) operates most of the direct London to York train services. Grand Central also provides some daily direct trains from London King's Cross to York on the East Coast Main Line.

How long is the train from London to York?

The fastest connections on the 211 mile journey north from London to York are some LNER departures from King's Cross, taking one hour and 48  minutes to reach the northern city.  Most LNER and Grand Central connections on this route take up to 25 minutes longer, although some evening stopping services can take around two hours and 40 minutes to complete the trip to York.

How many trains are there from London to York?

LNER's daily timetable offers London to York train connections every half hour from early morning to mid evening, then an hourly service until the final departure from King's Cross at 11:00 p.m. Grand Central provides five daily direct London to York trains, with morning, afternoon and evening departure times. Sunday services are reduced, with no early morning connections to York.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to York?

Departure train station:London King's Cross Station is on the northern side of central London, connected by six lines on the Underground network and city bus routes stopping on Euston Road. The station concourse has restaurants, supermarkets, the Harry Potter gift store, a pharmacy, news vendors, WiFi and taxi stands.

Arrival train station:York Station is located west of the city center, with bus routes across the city available from stops on Station Road by the main entrance. Passenger facilities at the station include cycle rental,  free WiFi,  a  pub, bakery, coffee shop, burger bar, car rental desk, newsvendor and taxi stands.

FAQs: Trains from London to York

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to York by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to York can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to York is €75; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to York is 1h 45m to travel the 280 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to York leaves at 2:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to York leaves at 11:35 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from London to York with Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from London to York. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 2h 44m
When taking a train from London to York, you can count on Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway for the best way to get you to York. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and York and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to York from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and York including taking a bus, train, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to York

Most London to York trains use the London Kings Cross to York station pair. Use this guide to compare London and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in York
London Kings CrossEuston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre

Bus73, N73 · 27m · €2 · every ~33 min
390 · 29m · €2 · every ~27 min
91, N91 · 29m · €15 · every ~28 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 7m · €2 · every ~91 min

London Kings Cross train station facilities and services

London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.

More about London Kings Cross
London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
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Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus24 · 8m · €2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · €2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · €2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · €2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · €4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · €1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · €2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
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Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · €35 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · €17 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · €2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · €21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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