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York Castle Museum
A social history museum inside former prison buildings, known for recreated Victorian streets and immersive displays about everyday life in York.

Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2h 9m
Average duration
2h 9m
Trains per day
1
Distance
101 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to York:
A bus is $16 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to York costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 1m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.68 (€-3.85). The journey takes 2h 8m versus 1h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to York trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24661 | On time 11:41 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h09 | 1:50 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
W85167 · C24585 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h31 | 10:35 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32381 · P00051 | 8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h23 | 11:07 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W84664+ G89564+ C01937 | 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 11:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85169 · C24590 | 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h32 | 11:36 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32379 · C24497 | 9:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h23 | 12:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W84671+ G89573+ G80218 | 9:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 12:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85176 · C03169 | 10:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h32 | 12:36 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
C04355+ G89693+ W85176+ G80222 | Delayed 9:43 AM 10:04 AMManchester Airport (MIA) | 2h59 | 1:03 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
C04355+ G89577 · G89693+ G80222 | Delayed 9:43 AM 10:17 AMManchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 1:03 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
A32377 · G16307 | 10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h23 | 1:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G15921+ G89581 | 10:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h27 | 1:15 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W85181 · C01245 | 11:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h33 | 1:37 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32375 · G16314 | 11:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h25 | 2:09 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W84682+ G80230+ G89589 | 11:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 2:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85183 · C01248 | 12:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h33 | 2:37 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32373 · P00053 | 12:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h23 | 3:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G15828+ G89597 · L89262 | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h26 | 3:14 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W84687+ G89597+ G80236 | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 3:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85190 · G16023 | 1:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h33 | 3:37 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32371 · C24892 | 1:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h24 | 4:08 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
C00869+ G89607 | 1:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h27 | 4:15 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W84693+ G89607+ G80240 | 1:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 4:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85193 · C01250 | 2:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h34 | 4:38 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32369 · G16343 | 2:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h27 | 5:11 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G15908+ G89617 | 2:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h26 | 5:14 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W84701+ G89617+ G80248 | 2:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 5:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85194 · G15965 | 3:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h34 | 5:38 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32367 · C24870 | 3:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h24 | 6:08 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W84706+ G80252+ G89543 | 3:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 6:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85202 · G15982 | 4:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h33 | 6:37 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
A32365 · G16019 | 4:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h23 | 7:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G89550+ W84711+ G80260 | 4:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h15 | 7:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
W85204 · G15964 | 5:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h32 | 7:36 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
C04376+ G89709 · G89554+ G80264 | 5:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h46 | 8:03 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
A32363 · G16313 | 5:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h24 | 8:08 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G89558+ G15903 | 5:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h27 | 8:15 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
W85207 · G15972 | 6:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h32 | 8:36 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G89562+ C21582+ G89181+ G80186 | 6:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h37 | 8:54 PM York station (YRK) | 3 transfers | |
A32361 · C24546 | 6:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h25 | 9:09 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G89566+ G15913 | 6:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h26 | 9:14 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Manchester Airport to York run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
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Discover the best of York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect York trip today.
A social history museum inside former prison buildings, known for recreated Victorian streets and immersive displays about everyday life in York.
One of York’s signature attractions, presenting the city’s Norse past with archaeological finds and a ride-through reconstruction of Viking-age streets.
The UK’s leading railway museum, featuring famous locomotives and large engineering halls. It is one of York’s best-known family attractions.
York’s best-known historic lane, lined with leaning timber-framed buildings and consistently popular with photographers and first-time visitors.
A scenic walking route along the medieval walls, giving one of the best overviews of York’s historic core and major landmarks.
A central riverside park combining lawns, Roman and medieval remains, and some of the city’s most pleasant open space.
A baked batter pudding traditionally served with roast beef and gravy. It is one of Yorkshire’s most famous dishes and a staple of the Sunday roast.
The classic local Sunday roast pairing tender beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, vegetables, and gravy. It is strongly associated with Yorkshire food culture.
A traditional Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats, treacle, and syrup. It is especially linked with autumn and Bonfire Night in northern England.
A long-established independent restaurant known for carefully cooked modern British food and a more intimate fine-dining feel.
A well-known riverside restaurant in York serving refined British cooking with Yorkshire ingredients. Stylish but relaxed atmosphere, suitable for a special meal.
An iconic York institution famous for afternoon tea, cakes, Fat Rascals, and classic British tea-room dishes. Elegant and historic atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in pubs and taxis. No tip needed for counter service.
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York Railway Station, York -> York City Centre, York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to York trains use the Manchester Victoria to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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