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National Railway Museum
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€12
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€17
Fastest journey on Aug 29
59 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
1 h 6 m
Trains on Aug 29
3
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Keighley to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Keighley to York will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 3 trains from Keighley to York, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Keighley to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Keighley to York:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Keighley to York costing on average €21.
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around €21 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Keighley to York trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:59 AM Keighley | 1h17 | 7:16 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:07 AM Keighley | 0h59 | 7:06 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Keighley | 1h02 | 9:09 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Keighley to York run on average 17 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Keighley 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.

Most Keighley to York trains use the Keighley to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Keighley and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Keighley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old White Lion Hotel Restaurant, Busfeild Arms
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Keighley. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Keighley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keighley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keighley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keighley: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Keighley, Dalesgate Hotel, Premier Inn Keighley.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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.
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