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      York

      A city of culture, ready to mix history off the pitch with modern brilliance on it.

      Home of York Community Stadium

      Travelling to York

      More detailed information on travelling to the rugby in York will be available soon so check back regularly. The following is therefore intended as a guide to assist in your planning.

      Wherever possible we ask that travelling fans use the most sustainable travel option available to them including public transport and active travel.

      If you are thinking of staying in the area, check out local visitor information, including details of things to do and where to stay, here. Further details on travel can be found here.

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      Travelling to York

      🚆 By train

      York Railway Station is well-connected with direct services from major cities like London (approx. 2 hours), Edinburgh (approx. 2 hours 30 minutes), and Manchester (approx. 1 hour 30 minutes).

      If you are travelling from Europe, Eurostar train services operate to/from London St Pancras Station, from where there are trains to York with a change at Kings Cross.

      To plan your train journey, visit National Rail Enquiries website.

      🚐 By coach

      National Express operates frequent services to York from various UK cities including London, Birmingham, Leeds and Newcastle. Coaches arrive at York Station, conveniently located within walking distance of York city centre.

      🚗 By car

      York is easily accessible via the A1(M) motorway and the A64 and A19. From London, York is approximately a 4-hour drive (210 miles via the A1(M) and A1). From Birmingham the city is around 2 hours 30 minutes away (140 miles via M1 and A1), and from Manchester the city is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes away (70 miles via M62 and A64).

      ✈️ From the airport

      York is located close to Leeds and Manchester airports – all around 1 hour 30 minutes from York City Centre.

      • Leeds Bradford Airport is the closest airport to York, about 40 miles away. Visitors can take the hourly A1 Flyer bus from the airport to Leeds City Railway Station (journey time approx. 30 minutes), then board a direct train to York, with a travel time of around 25 minutes. Alternatively, the Coastliner bus can be caught to York.
      • Manchester Airport is approximately 90 miles from York, offering direct train services to York approximately every hour, with journey times of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.

      Taxis, Ubers and pre-arranged airport transfer services are also available directly to York costing around £50 from Leeds and £100 from Manchester (though this will vary depending on the time of day and provider chosen). For further information on local taxis refer to the ‘Getting around York’ section below.

      Car hire is available at these airport for visitors looking to drive themselves. Several major rental companies operate, and advance booking is recommended during peak travel times.

      Getting around York

      🚆 By train

      Northern Rail operates local train services from York to surrounding towns, which can be useful for day trips or exploring nearby areas. To plan your train journey, visit National Rail Enquiries website.

      🚌 By bus

      York’s bus network covers the city extensively. The First York app provides real-time information, routes, and schedules. York Park and Ride offers convenient bus travel to the city centre from the outskirts with frequent service from early morning until late evening. All Park and Ride buses are electric, supporting the city's low-emission goals. More information on bus routes, times and prices can be found here.

      🚶🏿‍♂️ On foot and 🚲 bike

      York is a compact city, making it ideal for walking. Most major attractions are within a 20-minute walk from York Station. The Visit York website has a variety of walking and cycling routes that cover the historic parts of the city, including the Shambles, York Minster, and the medieval city walls. Walking and cycling routes are also signposted online at iTravel York.

      🚕 By taxi and rideshare

      York offers reliable taxi services that operate from York Train Station and various points around the city. Rideshare apps like Uber also operate in the area.

      🚗 By car

      Park and Ride options are located at 6 sites around York. Visitors can park outside the city and take a shuttle bus to the city centre, helping reduce city congestion. More information on Park and Ride options can be found here.

      There are several short and long stay car parks around the City, with more information available here.

      There are EV charging points throughout York, with real-time availability information available on apps like Zap-Map.

      Enterprise Car Club is the main car club operator in York, providing a variety of vehicle options and easily accessible locations for members. This service offers an alternative to private car ownership, allowing members to rent vehicles on an hourly or daily basis.

      📋 Journey planner

      You can plan your sustainable travel and car travel options using one of several journey planners for the area including from iTravelYork and Citymapper. Komoot is another journey planner app available in the area that focusses on active travel routes such as walking and cycling.

      Getting to and from York Community Stadium

      Detailed information related to matchday travel to and from York Community Stadium will be available here from Spring 2025.

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