The York to Hull train route connects the historic city of York with the vibrant port city of Hull (Kingston upon Hull). With regular direct services and a journey of around one hour, travelling by train is the easiest way to explore East Yorkshire for business, education or leisure.
Journey Overview
- Fastest journey: Approximately 55 minutes
- Typical journey time: 55 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes
- Distance: Around 40 miles (64 km)
- Direct trains: Yes
- Frequency: Several trains every hour
- Main operators: TransPennine Express, Northern
Departure & Arrival Stations
York Station
York Station is one of the UK’s busiest railway stations and serves as an important interchange for travellers heading across Yorkshire, Scotland and London.
Hull Station
Hull Station is located in the heart of Kingston upon Hull, within walking distance of the city centre, museums, shopping districts and the Humber waterfront.
Route Highlights
Most direct services stop at some or all of the following stations:
- Brough
- Howden
- Selby (selected services)
The journey passes through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside before reaching the Humber Estuary.
Onboard Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi on many trains
- Power sockets on selected services
- Air-conditioned coaches
- Luggage storage areas
- Accessible facilities for passengers with reduced mobility
Best Time to Travel
- Morning commuter services are busiest on weekdays.
- Off-Peak trains generally offer lower fares and more seating availability.
- Weekend services are popular with visitors exploring York and Hull.
Ticket Tips
- Advance fares usually provide the lowest ticket prices.
- Railcards can reduce eligible fares by up to one-third.
- Book early for the best selection of cheaper tickets.
- Flexible travellers should compare Off-Peak departures.
For more ways to save, read our Cheap Train Tickets UK Guide and UK Railcards Guide.
Useful Connections
- York Station Guide
- York to Manchester Train Guide
- London to York Train Guide
- Leeds to Newcastle Train Guide
- Liverpool to Leeds Train Guide
Things to Do in Hull
- The Deep Aquarium
- Hull Maritime Museum
- Hull Old Town
- Hull Marina
- Ferens Art Gallery
Why Choose the Train?
- Fast direct journey
- Comfortable city-centre to city-centre travel
- No parking or motorway traffic
- Frequent departures throughout the day
- Excellent onward rail connections
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