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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 Sep 19
$23
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 9 m
Trains on Sep 19
14
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ringway to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ringway to York will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 14 trains from Ringway to York, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
G15936
G15947
C24990
G16230
G89540 · G89185 · G88954
G15936
G16230
G15947
L89009+
W84652+
G80200
L89029+
W84664+
C01937The table below shows live departures for Ringway to York trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15947 | On time 12:38 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h10 | 2:48 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24990 | On time 2:28 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h26 | 4:54 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15936 | Delayed 3:42 AM 4:07 AMManchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 5:19 AM 5:19 AMYork station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16230 | On time 4:28 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h09 | 6:37 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89540 · G89185 · G88954 | On time 4:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3h13 | 8:01 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
G89540+ G15944 | 4:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h24 | 7:12 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L89009+ W84652+ G80200 | 6:49 AM Ashley station (ASY) | 2h14 | 9:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89009+ W84652+ G80200 | 6:53 AM Hale station (HAL) | 2h10 | 9:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89019+ W84659+ G80204 | 7:44 AM Ashley station (ASY) | 2h19 | 10:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89019+ W84659+ G80204 | 7:48 AM Hale station (HAL) | 2h15 | 10:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89029+ W84664+ C01937 | 8:49 AM Ashley station (ASY) | 2h14 | 11:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89029+ W84664+ C01937 | 8:53 AM Hale station (HAL) | 2h10 | 11:03 AM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89034+ W84671+ G80218 | 9:49 AM Ashley station (ASY) | 2h14 | 12:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
L89034+ W84671+ G80218 | 9:53 AM Hale station (HAL) | 2h10 | 12:03 PM York station (YRK) | 2 transfers | |
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The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 18:05.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
First train 1:31 AM |
Last train 6:05 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ringway 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 Ringway to York trains use the Manchester Airport to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Ringway 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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