The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to York
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to York will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lincoln for York on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lincoln to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €31.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lincoln to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to York trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:46 AM Lincoln | 1h31 | 9:17 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Lincoln | 1h21 | 9:32 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Lincoln | 2h15 | 10:30 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:48 PM Lincoln | 1h42 | 2:30 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lincoln to York by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to York
Trains from Lincoln to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 22:33 |
Train companies: LNER, East Midlands Trains from Lincoln to York trainsLNER, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lincoln and York from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lincoln to York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lincoln to York
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside 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
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