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National Railway Museum
Rail heritage museum in York with famous locomotives, large halls, and interactive exhibits suitable for day trips from Garforth.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth will cost around $249 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth without transferring at least 4 times.

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Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€67) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 05:52. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€67) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 5:52 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth trains for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:13 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h14 | 8:27 PM Garforth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 5 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 8h23 | 8:38 AM Garforth | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 5:29 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h58 | 9:27 AM Garforth | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 5:57 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h41 | 9:38 AM Garforth | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:14 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h51 | 10:05 AM Garforth | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h53 | 10:38 AM Garforth | 4 transfers | |
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Rail heritage museum in York with famous locomotives, large halls, and interactive exhibits suitable for day trips from Garforth.
Leeds industrial museum in a former mill with textile machinery, engineering displays, and family-friendly exhibits.
City museum with natural history, archaeology, and local heritage displays, useful for understanding the wider Leeds area.
Large historic estate with parkland, woodland walks, gardens, and a grand house, offering one of the best green escapes near Garforth.
Countryside route on the former Aberford Railway, now a quiet walking and cycling path linking Garforth with nearby villages.
Scenic estate landscape east of Garforth with tracks, woodland, and arches, popular for peaceful rambles and local history interest.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast beef and gravy, central to Sunday lunch across West Yorkshire and a proud regional staple.
Wensleydale cheese is a crumbly Yorkshire cow’s milk cheese, often eaten with fruit cake. It is a classic regional product with deep local roots.
Parkin is a sticky Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats and black treacle, traditionally eaten in autumn and especially around Bonfire Night.
Popular casual Indian restaurant in Garforth known for curries, tandoori dishes and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
Traditional pub in Garforth serving classic British dishes, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed local setting.
Established pub-restaurant offering British comfort food, burgers and drinks, with a family-friendly atmosphere near the town centre.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, while hotels in the Leeds area can raise overall trip costs versus smaller nearby towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth 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 Garforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to Garforth station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Garforth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Garforth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Garforth.
Ticket office support is available at Garforth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garforth: Parking.
Available at Garforth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garforth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramp available for Leeds bound platform. Access to Platform 1 via footbridge or stepped access from road. Therefore York bound platform is unsuitable for wheelchair users, 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: No.
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