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Newark Air Museum
Major aviation museum with extensive aircraft displays and strong Royal Air Force history. A leading regional museum and essential visit for aviation fans.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Newark-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, while a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 48m sooner (45m by train vs 1h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€33) compared to roughly $28 (€23) 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.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway.
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.
Trains from York to Newark-on-Trent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Major aviation museum with extensive aircraft displays and strong Royal Air Force history. A leading regional museum and essential visit for aviation fans.
National Civil War Centre explores the British Civil Wars through Newark’s siege history, interactive displays, and nationally important collections.
Town museum in the historic town hall, presenting Newark’s civic story, fine art, and changing exhibitions in an important heritage building.
Main square framed by heritage buildings, markets, and civic landmarks. It is the best place to feel Newark’s atmosphere and begin a walking tour.
Large riverside green space with Civil War earthworks, sports areas, and event space. Excellent for walks, history, and broad views of open parkland.
Pleasant waterside path beside the River Trent, offering castle views, birdlife, and a relaxing way to experience Newark beyond the town centre.
A blue-veined cow's milk cheese made in Nottinghamshire. Rich, creamy and crumbly, it is one of the county's best-known traditional foods.
A hard, salty cured pork sausage from nearby Lincolnshire, often sliced cold in pubs and farm shops around Newark.
Pork sausages seasoned with sage and herbs, a classic East Midlands breakfast and pub dish commonly eaten in Newark.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service.
Refined dining in a historic riverside castle hotel. Known for polished British cooking, tasting menus and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Traditional pub by the market area serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a historic, characterful setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are typical for a market town, while local transport and coffee are usually cheaper than major UK cities.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10% is polite for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually just small change.
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Newark Northgate -> Market Place, Newark-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most York to Newark-on-Trent trains use the York to Newark Northgate station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Newark-on-Trent 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.
Newark Northgate is 2 km from Newark-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Northgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newark Northgate.
ATMs are available at Newark Northgate.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Northgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Northgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Newark Northgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Northgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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