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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 20
$23
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$40
Fastest journey on Sep 20
52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
58 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornaby to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornaby to York will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 trains from Thornaby to York, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
C03163
C01251
G85834+
Y14814
W29869+
G85820
G85828+
C01944
C01251
G85828+
C01944
C02004+
G85834
C03163
W29869+
G85820The table below shows live departures for Thornaby to York trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G85820+ W29869 | 8:30 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1h01 | 9:31 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
C01251 | 9:07 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h52 | 9:59 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G85828+ C01944 | 9:54 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h58 | 10:52 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
C03163 | 10:17 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1h01 | 11:18 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G85834+ C02004 | 10:54 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h58 | 11:52 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
G85834+ Y14814 | 10:54 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1h12 | 12:06 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
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Take a train from Thornaby to York and enjoy the approximately 41 miles (66 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 23:37.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
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Peaceful riverside gardens with abbey ruins, museum access, and lawns. Ideal for a scenic break amid York's historic core.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornaby 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 Thornaby to York trains use the Thornaby to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Thornaby and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Thornaby is 2 km from Thornaby city centre. Public transport options include:
Thornaby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Thornaby.
Wi-Fi is available at Thornaby.
Ticket office support is available at Thornaby.
Available at Thornaby: Parking, WC.
Available at Thornaby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornaby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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