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Headcorn to York by train

First train

09:13

Last train

21:13

Departure station

Headcorn

Arrival station

York

Journey time

From 5h 2m

Distance

206 miles (332 km)

Frequency

8 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Headcorn to York in 5 hours 2 minutes

If you want to travel from Headcorn to York by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Headcorn to York by train to take around 7 hours 51 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 5 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 8 trains per day running on this route, which spans 206 miles (332 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to York. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Headcorn to York are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Headcorn to York

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

How do you get to York from Headcorn?

To travel to York from Headcorn, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 51 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 2 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Headcorn to York?

Trains from Headcorn to York take an average of 7 hours and 51 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 2 minutes. You'll usually find 8 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Headcorn and York by train?

The quickest journey time between Headcorn and York by train is 5 hours and 2 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Headcorn to York?

No, there are no direct trains running from Headcorn to York, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Headcorn 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 Headcorn 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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