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Elephant & Castle to York Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Elephant & Castle to York? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €24.87, with average prices for this route around €31.49. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:40 2 hours 52 minutes, Direct Elephant & Castle	18:32 York	Find Tickets
15:49 2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Elephant & Castle	18:32 York	Find Tickets
15:58 2 hours 42 minutes, Direct Elephant & Castle	18:40 York	Find Tickets
16:04 2 hours 36 minutes, Changes required Elephant & Castle	18:40 York	Find Tickets
16:10 2 hours 39 minutes, Direct Elephant & Castle	18:49 York	Find Tickets
16:13 3 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Elephant & Castle	19:20 Paris	Find Tickets

Elephant & Castle to York Train Route Details

First train

05:09

Last train

22:51

Departure station

Elephant & Castle

Arrival station

York

Journey time

2 hours 28 minutes

Distance

283 km

Price

€24.87*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to York

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Elephant & Castle to York during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Elephant & Castle to York for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Elephant & Castle to York, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Elephant & Castle to York ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Elephant & Castle to York more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Elephant & Castle to York Train prices and times

Elephant & Castle to York Train Route Details