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Great Bentley to York by train

First train

10:48

Last train

23:20

Departure station

Great Bentley

Arrival station

York

Journey time

From 4h 2m

Distance

171 miles (275 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Great Bentley to York by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Great Bentley to York? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Great Bentley and York, which usually take 5 hours 12 minutes to complete the 171 miles (275 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to York by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both London North Eastern Railway and Greater Anglia trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Great Bentley to York if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to York? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Great Bentley to York

Want to know more about your journey from Great Bentley to York? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Great Bentley to York?

You can get from Great Bentley to York by train in 5 hours and 12 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 2 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Great Bentley to York take?

The average journey time by train between Great Bentley and York is 5 hours and 12 minutes, with around 1 train per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Great Bentley and York by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Great Bentley to York is 4 hours and 2 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Great Bentley to York?

No, there are no direct train services from Great Bentley to York. Travelling from Great Bentley to York by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Great Bentley to York

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Great Bentley to York is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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