The cheapest and fastest trains from York to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
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 $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 5 trains that leave York for London Heathrow Airport on Sun, Nov 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest trains will take 5 h 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€105 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €156 Average price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for York to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM York | 3h42 | 10:42 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 AM York | 3h29 | 11:27 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:04 AM York | 3h38 | 12:42 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:29 AM York | 3h32 | 1:01 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 AM York | 5h00 | 2:59 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets York to London Heathrow Airport by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book York to London Heathrow Airport trains with Omio?
LNER as well as Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains offer trains services from York to London Heathrow Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from York to London Heathrow Airport.
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from York to London Heathrow Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from York to London Heathrow Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Grand Central Trains and East Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from York to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from York to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from York to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from York to London Heathrow Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 09:59. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 06:37 |
Last train 09:59 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains from York to London Heathrow Airport trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between York and London Heathrow Airport from $29 (€23). 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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