4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
It's difficult to get from York to London Heathrow Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
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W328848:30 AM3h00York station (YRK)11:30 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1371One-way2 transfers- C01968+W32884+C373408:30 AM3h06York station (YRK)11:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)$1371One-way2 transfers
- C01959+C37345+W328781:31 PM2h59York station (YRK)4:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1431One-way2 transfers
- C01975+C37322+W3291412:32 PM2h58York station (YRK)3:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1571One-way2 transfers
- C01939+C37372+W328699:31 AM3h35York station (YRK)1:06 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)$1571One-way2 transfers
- C01975+C37322+W3291412:32 PM2h58York station (YRK)3:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1571One-way2 transfers
- C01959+C37345+W328781:31 PM2h59York station (YRK)4:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1431One-way2 transfers
- C01925+W32872+C3738210:31 AM2h59York station (YRK)1:30 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1581One-way2 transfers
- C01968+C37340+W328848:30 AM3h00York station (YRK)11:30 AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1371One-way2 transfers
- C01934+W32882+C3729611:31 AM3h00York station (YRK)2:31 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1571One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for York to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $80.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $166 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from York to London Heathrow Airport:
A bus is $77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $122.
A bus is $121 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from York to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $166.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 54m.
Bus takes on average 6h 33m.
You'll arrive about 52m sooner (2h 54m by train vs 3h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $122 compared to roughly $94 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.
Live departures
York to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 PM York | 3h41 | 11:36 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
| C01968+W32884+C37340 | 8:30 AM York station (YRK) | 3h00 | 11:30 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C01968+W32884+C37340 | 8:30 AM York station (YRK) | 3h06 | 11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C01939+W32869+C37024 | 9:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h06 | 12:37 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C01939+W32869+C37372 | 9:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h35 | 1:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| C01925+W32872+C37382 | 10:31 AM York station (YRK) | 2h59 | 1:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C01934+W32882+C37296 | 11:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h00 | 2:31 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C01975+W32914+C37322 | 12:32 PM York station (YRK) | 2h58 | 3:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| C01959+C37345+W32878 | 1:31 PM York station (YRK) | 2h59 | 4:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from York to London Heathrow Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 but you can travel from only $24 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway from York to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between York and London Heathrow Airport from $24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from York to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from York to London Heathrow Airport
Most York to London Heathrow Airport trains use the York to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare York and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to York from York city centre
York 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
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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