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Elephant & Castle to York Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Elephant & Castle to York, starting from $28.68 and averaging $36.33. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 28 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Elephant & Castle to York Train Route Details

First train

05:09

Last train

22:04

Departure station

Elephant & Castle

Arrival station

York

Journey time

2 hours 28 minutes

Distance

283 km

Price

$28.68*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Elephant & Castle to York. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Elephant & Castle to York, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Elephant & Castle to York ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Elephant & Castle to York train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Elephant & Castle to York Train prices and times

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