The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 3 trains that leave Grantham station (GRA) for York station (YRK) on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
5:40 PM0h50Grantham station (GRA)6:30 PMYork station (YRK)$211One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM0h49Grantham station (GRA)9:29 PMYork station (YRK)$311One-way0 transfers
10:19 AM1h11Grantham station (GRA)11:30 AMYork station (YRK)$461One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM0h49Grantham station (GRA)9:29 PMYork station (YRK)$311One-way0 transfers
5:40 PM0h50Grantham station (GRA)6:30 PMYork station (YRK)$211One-way0 transfers
10:19 AM1h11Grantham station (GRA)11:30 AMYork station (YRK)$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 50m faster (54m by train vs 1h 44m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $34 (€27)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:19 AM Grantham station (GRA) | 1h11 | 11:30 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Grantham station (GRA) | 0h50 | 6:30 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK)
Trains from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains trains will get you between Grantham station (GRA) and York station (YRK) from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Trains from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK) 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 station (YRK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Grantham station (GRA) to York station (YRK)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
