- Must visit
Burton Agnes Hall
Country house with notable art, interiors, and collections, blending museum displays with heritage rooms and gardens.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$89
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$151
Fastest journey on Sep 01
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
3 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 01
20
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Driffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Driffield will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
It's difficult to get from London to Driffield without transferring at least once.





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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Driffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $85 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $85, while a train costs an average of $85.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Driffield:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Driffield costing on average $85 (€69).
Other travel options to Driffield take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 17m.
You'll arrive about 1h 34m sooner (3h 1m by train vs 4h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $73 (€59) 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 London to Driffield trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:40 AM London | 3h06 | 8:46 AM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:40 AM London | 3h06 | 9:46 AM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:39 AM London | 3h07 | 10:46 AM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:40 AM London | 3h06 | 11:46 AM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:40 AM London | 3h06 | 12:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:40 AM London | 3h06 | 1:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:44 AM London | 3h41 | 2:25 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:40 AM London | 3h06 | 2:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:00 PM London | 3h25 | 3:25 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:40 PM London | 3h06 | 3:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:40 PM London | 3h06 | 4:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:00 PM London | 3h25 | 5:25 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:40 PM London | 3h06 | 5:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:40 PM London | 3h06 | 6:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:10 PM London | 3h15 | 7:25 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:39 PM London | 3h07 | 7:46 PM Driffield | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from London to Driffield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Driffield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Driffield trip today.
Country house with notable art, interiors, and collections, blending museum displays with heritage rooms and gardens.
Volunteer-run museum telling Driffield’s local story through social history displays, farming objects, and changing exhibitions.
Gallery space within Burton Agnes Hall showing contemporary exhibitions alongside historic surroundings and established collections.
Scenic chalk landscape area around Driffield, ideal for walking, cycling, and enjoying the distinctive Yorkshire Wolds countryside.
Green waterside walking route following the town beck, popular for gentle strolls, wildlife spotting, and local scenery.
Long-distance trail section near Driffield offering classic Wolds views, quiet paths, and a rewarding route for keen walkers.
A rich fruit loaf baked with lard and dried fruit, long linked to Yorkshire fairs and teatime tables across the East Riding.
A sweet pastry tart filled with fresh curd cheese, eggs, sugar and nutmeg; a classic Yorkshire bakery item with medieval roots.
Slow-cooked beef and root vegetables in dark ale gravy, topped with pastry. A pub staple across Yorkshire, especially in farming market towns.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a broad curry menu and friendly atmosphere, popular for dine-in and takeaway.
Casual café and restaurant known for breakfasts, lunches and homemade cakes, offering an easygoing town-centre stop.
Popular Driffield pub serving classic British dishes, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Moderate for England: lodging and dining are usually lower than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs remain manageable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is good and not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: small change only.
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Driffield Railway Station -> Driffield Market Place
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Driffield 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 Driffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Driffield trains use the London Kings Cross to Driffield station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Driffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
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 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.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Driffield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Driffield.
Ticket office support is available at Driffield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Driffield: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Driffield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Driffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Level access to Platform 2 (Scarborough) , ramped access to Platform 1 (Hull). Step free access from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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